Buying & Selling

Settling down for good? Delve into the topic of buying and selling a home in the UK, including how to secure a mortgage and insure your property.

Streets are flooded in Masham, England, following the heavy rain from storm Ciara in 2020.

Home insurance in the UK: property, contents, and liability

Which home insurance do you need in the UK? Whether you own or rent, find out how to protect your home with our guide.

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Selling property in the UK: Complete guide 2026

Selling a home can be one of life’s biggest financial decisions that can often feel complex, stressful, and overwhelming, with many hidden costs and legal requirements. Selling a home in a different country can be even trickier as you’ll need to navigate a new legal and practical process. Whether you’re selling property in the UK […]

Property taxes in the UK: is it expensive to buy property?

Buying a property in the UK can involve paying taxes and fees which add 10% or more to the overall costs – with extra tax to consider if you’re a non-resident or buying a second home. Tax includes stamp duty for buyers, capital gains taxes for sellers, and council tax or income taxes for owners […]

Buy-to-let mortgages in the UK: how to apply (2026)

Learn how UK buy-to-let mortgages work for residents and non-residents, including typical deposit requirements and rental “stress test” rules, as well as the main fees and taxes. You’ll also find a clear, step-by-step overview of eligibility and how to apply. Buy-to-let mortgages in the UK are designed for people buying a property to rent out […]

Can Australians buy property in the UK?

Buying property in the UK can be an attractive option for Australians. This guide explains how the UK buying process works (including exchange and completion), the main costs and taxes to budget for (such as the 2% non-resident SDLT surcharge in England and Northern Ireland), and the key practicalities to plan for — including mortgages, […]

How to invest in property in the UK

This guide compares UK property investment routes, from buy-to-let homes to listed property funds, and explains the rules, costs, and practical steps that matter for overseas and recently arrived buyers. This article is for general information only, not financial, tax, legal, or mortgage advice. Key takeaways Step 1: Choose your property investment route Your first […]

International Mortgage Lenders in the UK for Expats

Securing a UK mortgage as an expat is often achievable, but cross-border income, visa conditions, and overseas deposit funds can make the process more complex. In this guide, “international mortgage lenders” includes mainstream UK banks, international banking divisions, and specialist expat lenders or FCA-regulated brokers that can work with foreign income, limited UK credit history, […]

Buying a house in Scotland: Guide for expats

Buying property in Scotland works differently from buying in much of the rest of the UK, so expats should learn the local rules before setting a budget or bidding on a home. Expats can generally buy property in Scotland whether they already live in the UK or are still abroad, but ownership does not give […]

Freehold vs leasehold in the UK

Buying in the UK means choosing a property and a type of ownership at the same time. For expats, that ownership choice can shape your control of the home, your ongoing costs, and how easy it may be to sell later. If you are still learning the wider process of buying a house in the […]

Bridging loan costs in the UK: Guide for expats

A bridging loan is a short-term, property-backed loan used to cover a timing gap, often between buying a property and arranging longer-term finance or receiving sale proceeds. Because bridging finance can be expensive, quotes can look simpler than they are: the full bill can include interest, lender fees, valuation work, legal costs, and timing risk. […]

Buying a House at Auction in the UK: Expat Guide

At many UK property auctions, a winning bid becomes binding straight away. For expats, that can be an opportunity if you want speed or an unusual property, but late paperwork or late funds can become expensive very quickly. Auctions can suit buyers looking at repossessions, renovation projects, or homes that never reach the wider market, […]

Real estate guide: buying a house in the UK

This guide explains the complete process of buying a home in the UK, including costs and where to find UK property for sale.

Mortgages in the UK: home loans and interest rates in 2026

Looking for a loan on a home in the United Kingdom? Find out how UK mortgages work, including current rates and how much you can borrow.

What credit score is needed to buy a house UK

What credit score is needed to buy a house in the UK?

If you’re an expat in the UK, here’s a guide on how can you get a mortgage to buy a UK property and improve your credit score without a UK credit history.

How to buy a house in London

How to find and buy property for sale in London, whether you want to buy a house in London’s Canary Wharf with a postcard view, or need help to buy London properties in some of the quieter, leafy suburbs.