When buying a property, location is key. However, it’s not the only important thing. At Source the Area, many things go into making the step into home ownership; we want to help educate the public on how to pick their new home, and what key considerations you need to think about before you make your next purchase.
Below are some guides on what we think you need to know before you next buy a property. We’ll regularly update this with more information, so be sure to check back for the latest tips and tricks!
All of our guides are written by industry experts who have helped a number of people find their dream homes throughout London. Also included are handy links to other sites that could further help you with making the step into home ownership.
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The different forms of home ownership
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Getting a mortgage and the finances of buying a home
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Eight questions all first-time buyers should ask at a viewing
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