Mortgages
Anthony Mallandain
The Majority Of First-Time-Buyers Rely On ...

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 Majority Of First-Time-Buyers Rely On Relatives To Buy Their First Home

Mortgages

Buying Before Christmas? 5 Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid This Autumn

Buying Before Christmas? 5 Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid This Autumn

Thinking of moving before Christmas? With mortgage rates softening and buyer demand picking up, autumn is a great time to act, but timing is everything. Here are 5 common mortgage mistakes to avoid if you're buying this season, and how Skyline can help you make your move with confidence.

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Mortgage Market Update September 2025: Rates, Remortgaging and What’s Ahead

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Mortgage Market Update September 2025: Rates, Remortgaging and What’s Ahead

As we head into autumn, the UK mortgage market is showing cautious signs of stability, though plenty of uncertainty still lingers. So, what’s really going on with mortgage rates right now, and what should you be thinking about if you’re planning to move or remortgage in the next few months?

Why We Always Put You First, Especially When the Property Market Doesn’t

Why We Always Put You First, Especially When the Property Market Doesn’t

A recent BBC Panorama investigation has put some estate agents under scrutiny for pressuring buyers into using their in-house mortgage brokers - sometimes at the cost of better deals and independent advice. At Skyline, we believe in doing things the right way. No pressure. No hidden agendas. Just honest, whole-of-market mortgage advice that puts your interests first.

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Don’t Sleepwalk into a Higher Mortgage – What to Do Before Your Fixed Rate Ends

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Don’t Sleepwalk into a Higher Mortgage – What to Do Before Your Fixed Rate Ends

Nearly half a million UK homeowners face steep mortgage increases this year as fixed deals expire. If yours is one of them, don’t panic, just plan. This blog outlines 5 simple steps to avoid costly rate hikes and explains how Skyline can help you make the switch with confidence.