Lawlors blog

Spring is one of the busiest times of year for the property market. We've compiled a list of things that will help your home stand out.

Buying a house is a big commitment, one you will probably spend years saving for. To help you be prepared, we’ve compiled a quick list of costs you might encounter when buying your new home.

Read our area guide below to find out what it’s like living in Loughton and why you should consider buying property in the area.

If you are a first-time buyer but struggling to save for a deposit, Skipton Building Society have just launched an exciting new product. Our partner Embrace Financial Services are working with Skipton to offer this mortgage to those who fit the criteria.

As people near retirement age, many begin to consider the prospect of downsizing to a smaller, more manageable property. If you’re approaching this stage of life, you might want to consider looking at retirement properties.

To help make the downsizing process easier, we’ve collected a list of things to think about before making the decision to downsize your home.

If you’ve been putting off looking at your mortgage because of the rapidly rising interest rates late last year, now could be the best time to speak to a Financial Adviser.

With the current cost-of-living crisis and ongoing climate concerns, having an energy efficient home is a big priority for buyers. Here’s a list of things you can do to make your home more green, from small jobs to big projects.

As the market shifts back into gear for the new year, you might be starting your search for a new home. One option to consider is purchasing a new build property.

The chancellor has unveiled in this morning’s mini-budget that there will be a permanent cut to stamp duty taking effect immediately, as of Friday 23rd September 2022.  The cut is set to save home buyers thousands, with the aim to help encourage economic growth by allowing more people to move property and get more first-time buyers on the housing ladder.

Great news for buyers with the introduction of a 5% mortgage deposit scheme, offering a 95% mortgage loan on properties valued up to £600,000.

Thinking of becoming a first time buyer? Allow us to walk you through the key steps of the home buying experience.