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.

A row of terraced houses with colorful doors in London from the street view

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 […]

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.