Mortgages: surveys and valuations explained

Buying a home is an exciting step, but it also comes with its fair share of unfamiliar terms. Surveys and valuations are key parts of the process — understanding what they involve and why they’re important can help make your mortgage journey a lot smoother.

Borrowing a mortgage deposit

Saving up a deposit for your first home can feel like a huge hurdle – especially with today’s house prices, rising rents and the cost of living. The good news? There are options to help you get your deposit together.