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Australian mortgages for expats and non-residents

Australian mortgages for expats and non-residents

In this guide, we’ll cover what you’ll need to provide to get your Australian mortgage, some of the legal paperwork involved in the process, the banks that offer home loans and mortgages to ...

Australia
Mortgages in the United States for expats and non-residents

Mortgages in the United States for expats and non-residents

An overview of US mortgages created for foreign nationals living in the US and US nationals living abroad

USA
When will UK mortgage rates start to fall?

When will UK mortgage rates start to fall?

As the Bank of England base rate is held steady for the second period in a row, when can borrowers expect to see mortgage rates begin to fall?

United Kingdom
Italian Mortgages: Getting a mortgage in Italy as a foreigner or non-resident

Italian Mortgages: Getting a mortgage in Italy as a foreigner or non-resident

An intricate insight into getting an Italian mortgage as a foreigner or non-resident, including eligibility criteria, affordability and why using a mortgage specialist is essential.

Italy
House Auctions in the UK explained for non-residents and foreigners

House Auctions in the UK explained for non-residents and foreigners

An overview of house, land and commercial property auctions in the UK with explanations on how auctions work and key terminology you will need to know and understand.

United Kingdom
How to buy property in Australia as a foreigner

How to buy property in Australia as a foreigner

This article provides a breakdown of the process of how to buy property in Australia without Australian citizenship, including some of the specific requirements, rules and limitations.

Australia
Making a success of buy-to-let investments in the UK

Making a success of buy-to-let investments in the UK

To make a success of your buy-to-let investment, there are certain things you will need to take into consideration as an expat. This article breaks down some of the key points to help you make the ...

United Kingdom
Buying a property in Italy as a foreigner

Buying a property in Italy as a foreigner

We have written this guide to explain the process of buying a property in Italy for foreigners, whether you are looking for somewhere to live, a holiday home or a property investment.

Italy
UK Mortgages for British expats and non-residents

UK Mortgages for British expats and non-residents

An overview of UK mortgages for expats, including how to increase your eligibility for the best expat mortgages in the UK

United Kingdom
Buying property abroad: Everything you need to consider before signing a contract

Buying property abroad: Everything you need to consider before signing a contract

Properties are still the most sought after investments for people living abroad. While the international aspect can create additional complexities, if handled correctly buying property abroad should ...

Everywhere
2 out of every 3 British expats are unaware of potential UK Capital Gains Tax implications when selling a UK property

2 out of every 3 British expats are unaware of potential UK Capital Gains Tax implications when selling a UK property

Rising mortgage rates and the prospect of declining UK property values have prompted a quarter of expats to consider selling their UK properties – but less than half are seeking the expert advice ...

United Kingdom
Refinancing your Australian property

Refinancing your Australian property

Refinancing an Australian property if you live abroad is not as straight forward as when you are an Australian resident. This article looks at what you need to consider and when you should seek ...

Australia
UK mortgage rate increases Autumn 2022 – what people with UK property need to know

UK mortgage rate increases Autumn 2022 – what people with UK property need to know

This article provides an overview for what expats and non-residents with mortgages on UK properties should be considering and highlights the conditions where they should be talking to a UK mortgage ...

United Kingdom
Process for buying a home in Canada

Process for buying a home in Canada

This article provides a breakdown of the steps involved within the process and how better to both navigate and anticipate what you will be facing once the opportunity presents itself again.

Canada
Getting a UK mortgage as a returning British expat

Getting a UK mortgage as a returning British expat

This article identifies and explains what you can do as a returning expat to maximise your chances of getting a mortgage.

United Kingdom