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    How Quickly Can I Get an Agreement in Principle?
    First Time Buyers5 min read

    How Quickly Can I Get an Agreement in Principle?

    If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably come across the term 'Agreement in Principle' (or AIP for short). And if you're like most buyers, you might be wondering...

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    Can I Secure a Mortgage While on Maternity Leave?
    Protection4 min read

    Can I Secure a Mortgage While on Maternity Leave?

    Yes – and here's what you need to know. If you're currently on maternity leave and wondering whether it's even possible to get a mortgage right now – you're not alone. We get this question a lot at HLC Mortgages, and the good news is: yes, you absolutely can.

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    Who’s Keeping Score: How to Uplift Your Credit Score?
    Credit & Bad Credit5 min read

    Who’s Keeping Score: How to Uplift Your Credit Score?

    If you’re thinking about applying for a mortgage, one of the first things you’ll hear is: “Make sure your credit score is in good shape.” But what does that actually mean? Who’s keeping track? And most importantly—ho

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    Should I Choose a Tracker or a Fixed-Rate Mortgage?
    Remortgaging5 min read

    Should I Choose a Tracker or a Fixed-Rate Mortgage?

    When it comes to choosing the right mortgage, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to go for a tracker mortgage or a fixed-rate mortgage. If you’re wondering, “Which one is best for me?”—you’re not alone.

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    How to Get Mortgage-Ready in 2026
    General Advice5 min read

    How to Get Mortgage-Ready in 2026

    As we head into 2026, many buyers and homeowners are wondering what happens next — and more importantly, how to put themselves in the best position.

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    House Price and Mortgage Rate Predictions for 2026: What Should You Expect?
    General Advice5 min read

    House Price and Mortgage Rate Predictions for 2026: What Should You Expect?

    As we approach the end of 2025, homeowners and buyers are looking ahead and asking the same question: what will 2026 bring for mortgage rates and house prices?

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    Is Equity Release a Good Idea?
    Equity Release5 min read

    Is Equity Release a Good Idea?

    If you're over 55 and own your home, you’ve probably heard the term equity release—maybe on the radio, TV ads, or through a friend. But what exactly is equity release, and more importantly, is it a good idea?

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    Can I Change My Mortgage to Save Money?
    Remortgaging5 min read

    Can I Change My Mortgage to Save Money?

    Changing your mortgage, or remortgaging, simply means switching from your current mortgage deal to a new one. This could be with your current lender or a completely different one.

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    5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Use as a Deposit
    First Time Buyers5 min read

    5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Use as a Deposit

    When people think about putting down a deposit for a house, they usually imagine saving up tens of thousands of pounds in cash over many years. And yes—having a traditional savings pot is one way to do it. But what if we

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