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What is an Unregulated Mortgage?

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When Mark first heard the phrase What is an Unregulated Mortgage? It was during a late evening call with his broker. He owned a property outright and wanted to borrow against it for a short-term investment. The loan did not feel like a standard mortgage, and the rules sounded different. Mark quickly realised that understanding […]

What is a Regulated Mortgage?

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When Sarah first searched online for her next home, she kept seeing the phrase “What Is a Regulated Mortgage?” but did not fully understand its meaning. She knew she wanted clear advice, protection, and reassurance. Understanding mortgage regulation became the key to making the right decision. A regulated mortgage is a home loan subject to […]

First-Time Landlords Mortgage Advice

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First-Time Landlords Mortgage Advice | Starting the journey with clarity.  Becoming a First Time Landlords often begins quietly. You may be keeping your first home when moving on, or buying a property to create long-term income. At first, it feels straightforward. Then the questions arrive. Mortgage rules change. Tax works differently. Legal duties increase. For […]