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Posts tagged money
How long does it take to buy a house?
Nobody can tell you how long it takes to buy a house – but here’s my full timeline of my own purchase as a first time buyer.
What nobody tells you about viewing houses
When I started looking into buying a house, I had no idea how different it would be to what I’ve seen on TV, or even my experience as a prospective tenant. Also there’s a baby pic of me in this post…
Commuting in London on a moped – how much does it really cost?
Most central London commuters think their travel choices end with bus or tube – but you could be avoiding strikes and claustrophobia, AND get to work quicker by getting a scooter.
How much does it cost to buy a house?
We’re all aware that in order to buy a house you should save up – but once you’ve decided on your budget and what percentage deposit you’re working towards, how much extra does a first time buyer need to have on hand?
How I added £10k to my deposit (for free)
Saving up for a house deposit is difficult. Growing your savings while paying rent (that’s probably more than your mortgage is going to be) is an even bigger challenge. Here’s how I added more than £10,000 to my deposit using every trick and loophole in the book.