First Time Buyers Property Advice

Are you a first time buyer looking to get on the property ladder? We have a wide range of advice and information to help you at reallymoving.com

What is the Help to Buy scheme?

First Time Buyers are finding it increasingly difficult to attain a deposit without having to go to parents for support. We outline each of the affordable home ownership schemes currently available to homebuyers.

Conveyancing, First Time Buyer

First Time Buyer's Guide to buying a house at auction

With properties at auction offering great value for money and a quicker transaction, it's time for First Time Buyers to pick up the paddle.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

Moving out for the first time

Moving out of your parents’ house can be daunting, exciting and a little bit sad all at once. There’s a lot to think about, from finance and planning to packing and furnishings. There’s a lot to remember, so have a look at our top tips.

Removals, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

Exchanging house contracts

All the information First Time Buyers need to deal with the process of exchanging house contracts

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

What is conveyancing?

If you’re buying your first home, you may not have heard the term conveyancing before – it’s simply the legal process of transferring ownership of a property. Here’s what you need to know.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

What are conveyancing searches?

Find out why your conveyancing solicitor will carry out searches on your behalf when buying a property.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

What is a mortgage in principle?

One of the most important early steps as a first time buyer is working out what size of mortgage you can afford. A mortgage in principle will allow you to do that, and prove to sellers that lenders are willing to grant you a mortgage.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer, Mortgages

Bank of mum and dad

One of the most important decisions when you are looking to buy your first home is working out whether you can afford it – and that doesn’t just mean keeping up the monthly mortgage repayments.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

Shared ownership versus shared equity

More and more First Time Buyers are jumping on the ladder, but it's not always easy.

Conveyancing, Before you buy, First Time Buyer