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.
The UK mortgage landscape has experienced a significant shift, with rising mortgage rates becoming a growing concern for homeowners. However, amidst these uncertainties, the UK Mortgage Charter has emerged as a beacon of hope, offering practical ways to help UK homeowners during remortgaging and providing peace of mind in these challenging times.
