Infographic 07 - House buying guide

Buying A Home

Your home is probably the most expensive thing you’ll ever own, but if you’re thinking of buying a house, where do you even start? There’s so much to think about, to research and organise. For most people a mortgage will be their biggest single outlay and that’s after you’ve paid a deposit, estate agent fees and any improvements to the house that are needed before you can move in.

There are house viewings, surveys, repairs, legal fees, mortgage arrangement fees and more! It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and be under prepared for the process of buying a house. There’s a reason they say that moving home is one of the most stressful times of your life!

However, if you’re new to the market, or you’re looking to move on and your first buy was some time ago, we’ve got a great guide to help you get started. We’ll take you through the process step by step and give you tips on how to plan and prepare so that you’re not blindsided by any costs or elements that could take you by surprise.