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The Stress Test

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August 24, 2022 by   Oliver Rose

The Bank of England has recently gotten rid of the stress test. In this article we take a look at what this means for borrowers, lenders and if it is a good idea

Will it Become Easier Getting a Mortgage?

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August 4, 2022 by   Oliver Rose

The Bank of England is set to unveil a change in the mortgage application system. This change could see it become easier to get a mortgage. In this article we take a look at what this change is and what it spells out for people.

The Question of Affordable Housing

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August 3, 2022 by   Oliver Rose

A recent report form the ONS has made for some bleak reading. In it we can see house prices surging and becoming more and more difficult to afford. In this article we take a look at the report, what the issues are and their possible solutions

Explaining the Big Bang

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February 7, 2022 by   Oliver Rose

In 1986 the big bang occurred at the London Stock Exchange. This would have a profound effect on the financial markets for years to come and indirectly effect the housing market. In this blog post we explain the causes of the big bang was and it’s consequences, both positive and negative.

Is There Hope for the First Time Buyer?

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January 25, 2022 by   Oliver Rose

We hear a lot in the news that it is very difficult for first time buyers to get onto the property ladder. But is there now a beam of hope for first time buyers? We explain the current statistics and how they may shed some light for first time buyers.

The Housing Crisis Explained

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January 12, 2022 by   Oliver Macmillan

In the past 18 months we have seen a boom in the housing market. But whilst the prices of houses has been on the rise it has also exposed a crisis within the British housing market. In this blog post we will be explaining the issues that people currently face across the country and what the government are trying to do to resolve these issues.

Has the Pandemic and Property Boom Made It Harder for First Time Buyers?

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December 8, 2021 by   Oliver Macmillan

Since coming out of the pandemic we have seen a property boom in the housing market. This has caused house prices to rise and is expected to continue to rise into 2022. However, with houses becoming more expensive will this make it harder for first time buyers to buy their first home?

Explaining Stamp Duty

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December 6, 2021 by   Oliver Macmillan

Stamp duty is something that most of us will have to pay at some point in our lives. But where did it originate from? What is included in the current scope of stamp duty and what are the current tax brackets for stamp duty? This is what we discuss in our latest blog post.

Why do I have to pay Council Tax?

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November 30, 2021 by   Robert Edwards

Ever wondered why you have to pay Council Tax? Credibble has a rundown of all the facts and history of the one tax nobody can get away from.

10 things you should do when you enter your new home

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November 24, 2021 by   Oliver Macmillan

Owning your home is a great achievement and a great feeling. But what’s the best thing to do when you first walk through those doors? In this blog post we list off the 10 things you should do when you enter your new home.

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