Expert Blogs

Explore Blended Mortgage Solutions with Friends Capital. Learn how combining repayment and interest-only mortgages can offer flexibility for borrowers aged 50 and over.

Discover how the Shared Ownership Scheme can help you buy a home in the UK with a smaller deposit. Learn how it works, who’s eligible, and the pros and cons from Friends Capital Mortgage Advisers.

Discover how the right-to-buy scheme works, who qualifies, what discounts are available, and how to secure a mortgage. A complete guide from Friends Capital Mortgage Advisers.

Looking to buy your first home? Learn how a Lifetime ISA could help, with a 25% government bonus of up to £1,000 per year. Friends Capital breaks it down for you.

A less-than-perfect credit history doesn’t mean you have to give up on owning a home. While it can make the process more complex, there are still options available—even if you've been declined elsewhere. Here’s how to approach the mortgage journey with bad credit.

Investing in property can be a smart way to build wealth, and buy-to-let mortgages are the foundation of many successful property portfolios. But these loans differ from standard residential mortgages in key ways. Whether you're considering your first rental property or expanding your investments, here’s what you need to know.