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UK mortgage articles for consumers and home buyers.

• Shared ownership explained (UK) – Why % changes monthly cost UK

  Published: 17 Feb 2026 · Plain-English explanation of mortgage + rent, pros/cons, and common extra costs.

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• Offset mortgage (UK) – How the calculation works, benefits & watch-outs UK

  Published: 11 Feb 2026 · A practical explainer based on this calculator’s offset logic, plus an alternative method (lower payments, same term).

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• LTV vs Mortgage Rates (UK) – Why It Matters & What to Consider UK

  Published: 8 Feb 2026 · Why higher LTV typically means higher rates, plus fees, ERCs, valuation risk, and practical ways to improve your LTV.

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• First-Time Buyer Mortgage (UK) – A Simple Step-by-Step Guide UK

  Published: 8 Feb 2026 · A practical timeline: budget, credit checks, AIP/DIP, valuation, surveys, exchange & completion.

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• Fixed vs Tracker Mortgages (UK) – How to Choose UK

  Published: 8 Feb 2026 · How fixed and tracker deals work in the UK, and how to decide based on certainty vs flexibility.

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• The Real Cost of Buying a Home in the UK – Fees, SDLT, and “Hidden” Costs UK

  Published: 8 Feb 2026 · Upfront costs, product fees, moving costs, and ongoing costs like Council Tax and insurance.

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