Three in five first-time buyers depend on the bank of mum and dad in order to get onto the property ladder, according to research by Just Group. In the last five years, 61 per cent of FTBs relied on financial help from relatives in order to purchase a property. In comparison, just 20 per cent of FTBs relied on financial assistance from relatives 30 years ago.
As 2024 gets underway, homeowners facing the end of their fixed-rate mortgage terms are presented with a critical decision - navigating the remortgage market to secure the best possible deal. The landscape of interest rates and mortgage products is ever-changing, and making the right choices can significantly impact your financial future.
