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Published by Paul Waterfall on August 26, 2025
New FCA Mortgage Rules: What They Mean for You
The Financial Conduct Authority has announced important changes to mortgage rules (July 2025) that could make your life easier.These include: simpler remortgaging and changes to make term reductions easier. It's now also possible to get helpful information from lenders without triggering formal advice requirements. These changes remove unnecessary barriers while keeping important protections in place.Read on to understand how this could help you.
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Published by Paul Waterfall on March 18, 2025
Why Is My First Mortgage Payment Higher Than Expected?
Many homeowners are surprised when their first mortgage payment is higher than expected, but it’s a common part of how lenders structure repayments. In this series of FAQs, we’ve attempted to capture all the questions we are frequently asked so that you understand why it happens, how it’s calculated, and what you need to know to budget confidently.
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Published by Paul Waterfall on February 13, 2025
WR Ethical Joins Atom Bank’s Exclusive Broker Panel – Expanding Mortgage Options for Our Clients
WR Ethical is now on Atom Bank’s exclusive broker panel! First-time buyers, those with smaller deposits, and borrowers on a Debt Management Plan (DMP) can now access Atom Bank’s mortgage deals through us.
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Published by Paul Waterfall on December 3, 2024
Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common?
Deciding between Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common is a crucial step when buying a property with others. This decision affects your ownership rights, responsibilities, and what happens to the property in the future. Learn the key differences, how they impact you, and why tools like a Declaration of Trust or a Will are essential for safeguarding your investment.
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Published by Paul Waterfall on August 23, 2024
Streamlining Our Pricing
Exploring our updated pricing: simplified tiers, increased cashback for first-time buyers, and ongoing commitment to giving back.Discover our fair, transparent approach to pricing that aligns with our values.
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Published by Paul Waterfall on July 10, 2024
Proving Your Mortgage Deposit: Everything You Need to Know
Here we explain why have to prove the source of your mortgage deposit and then explain how to make the process as smooth as possible. Proving your deposit does two things:- Shows you have enough money - Explains where the money has come from
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