Lifetime ISAs: What you need to know
Lifetime ISAs, or LISAs, are a popular savings product offered by banking firms. Here's all you need to know about the risks and benefits.
Is There Hope for the First Time Buyer?
We hear a lot in the news that it is very difficult for first time buyers to get onto the property ladder. But is there now a beam of hope for first time buyers? We explain the current statistics and how they may shed some light for first time buyers.
The Housing Crisis Explained
In the past 18 months we have seen a boom in the housing market. But whilst the prices of houses has been on the rise it has also exposed a crisis within the British housing market. In this blog post we will be explaining the issues that people currently face across the country and what the government are trying to do to resolve these issues.
Budgeting: A Beginner’s Guide
As the New Year approaches, you might be thinking about budgeting. Here's a few tips & tricks for managing your money effectively!
Some financial New Year’s resolutions for you to consider
As we ring in the New Year, you might be taking stock of your financial health. Here are a few suggestions for New Year's resolutions.
Has the Pandemic and Property Boom Made It Harder for First Time Buyers?
Since coming out of the pandemic we have seen a property boom in the housing market. This has caused house prices to rise and is expected to continue to rise into 2022. However, with houses becoming more expensive will this make it harder for first time buyers to buy their first home?
Explaining Stamp Duty
Stamp duty is something that most of us will have to pay at some point in our lives. But where did it originate from? What is included in the current scope of stamp duty and what are the current tax brackets for stamp duty? This is what we discuss in our latest blog post.
Will There Be an Increase in Capital Flight, And How Will This Affect London’s Housing?
Over the past few years we have seen people move out of London into the surrounding areas, this is known as capital flight. In this blog post we look into what capital flight is, why people are leaving and will we see it continue to rise?
Why do I have to pay Council Tax?
Ever wondered why you have to pay Council Tax? Credibble has a rundown of all the facts and history of the one tax nobody can get away from.
The Cost of Greener Housing and Green Energy
Climate change is becoming more and more of a prevalent issue. As the government looks towards minimising our impact on climate change with new radical ideas, we look at how this will effect housing in the future. What will the changes to housing be? How much will it cost? And will it be beneficial?
Self build: A short guide to building your own home
In Britain, there is a growing interest in building your own home. Here's Credibble's guide to self-build to help you with the ins and outs.
10 things you should do when you enter your new home
Owning your home is a great achievement and a great feeling. But what's the best thing to do when you first walk through those doors? In this blog post we list off the 10 things you should do when you enter your new home.
Home ownership schemes: A guide
There are many home ownership schemes designed to help buyers buy their first homes. This guide could help you find one that's right for you.
Buying your first home with somebody else
Before you go through with taking out a joint mortgage with a friend or partner, it's important to consider all the what ifs.
What’s the difference between a freehold and a leasehold?
If you're a first-time buyer you might hear "freehold" and "leasehold" mentioned a lot. But what is a leasehold? And does it matter?