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Everything you Need to Know about the Stamp Duty Holiday
There have been stamp duty holidays in the past, but the latest one has come as part of Rishi Sunak’s plan to help boost the housing market after lockdown.

You Could Save £4,500 per Year by Mortgage Switching from a Standard Variable Rate Mortgage
Another reason to switch? You could save £4,500 per year by Mortgage Switching from a Standard Variable Rate Mortgage.

Everything You Need to Know about the New Equity Home Loan Scheme
Although an excellent option for those buyers who are looking at increasing their deposit and obtain better mortgage rates, it may not be the best one for all buyers.

We are Finalists at the Yorkshire Financial Awards 2021!
We are extremely proud to announce that trufe. has reached the finals of the Yorkshire Financial Awards 2021 for the second year running!

How will Lockdown Impact the Housing Market?
With England’s second Lockdown now upon us, we thought that it would be good to check in and provide you with some of the latest developments.

A Guide to Mortgages for Doctors
Securing a mortgage can be complex for GPS, doctors and other medical professionals, and especially if you are a locum doctor or self-employed. In this Guide, we take a look at how to take the first step onto the property ladder.

We are Recruiting | Self-Employed Mortgage Advisors
We are looking for a Mortgage Advisor who has a pro-active, dynamic approach.

Should I get Income Protection?
Wondering whether you should get Income Protection? Income Protection will pay you a regular income if you can’t work due to unjust or sickness.

A Guide to Getting a Mortgage as a Teacher
Do you work in the teaching profession? Looking for a mortgage? Here’s our handy guide to finding the best mortages for teachers.

What is a Mortgage in Principle?
Once you find the property you want to purchase, you’ve checked your affordability, and you’ve chatted to a mortgage advisor, THIS is the time to get your mortgage in principle.

What Impact has Coronavirus had on the Housing Market?
As we adjust to ‘the new normal’ we felt it was a good opportunity to take a look at the impact Coronavirus has had on the housing market.

Free Pensions & Investments Review
The team at trufe have teamed up with Navigation Wealth Management to provide a Free No Obligation Financial Health Review.

Top Tips To Get Remortgage Ready
Arranging the remortgage of your property can often seem daunting at first. Get ready for your remortgage with these top tips from trufe.

Should I Choose a Fixed Rate or Variable Rate Mortgage?
So, is a fixed rate or variable rate mortgage best for you on your home-buying journey? Here are the pros and cons to each one.

We’ve Moved!
As we continue our growth as one of the UK’s leading mortgage, additional borrowing and commercial funding brokers, we have moved across Yorkshire and to Liverpool.

Cycling Vietnam to Cambodia in Aid of Charity CAFT
We are excited, nervous and so very proud of our Operations Director, Nicky, for taking on the huge challenge of cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia for ‘Children’s Adventure Farm Trust’ (CAFT).

Yorkshire Financial Awards Ceremony
The team at trufe enjoyed celebrating being finalists at the ‘Yorkshire Financial Awards’ with some of the most well-known finance brands in the UK.

A Guide to Getting a Mortgage as a Nurse
Do you work for the NHS? Looking for a mortgage? Find how to find the best mortgage as a nurse with this handy guide. Free Mortgage Review for NHS staff.

Are Money Worries Keeping you Awake?
New research from Lloyds Banking Group highlights sleepless nights as the most common side effect of feeling under financial pressure.

The Annual Rise of House Prices – Review
According to the latest Annual UK house price index by the Nationwide, growth edged up as 2019 drew to a close, with prices 1.4% higher than December 2018.

Is there a way out from rising debt?
Amongst concerns of stagnating wages and ever-higher costs of living, the state of debt in the UK has become a major concern for many.

Mortgage Broker of the Year Finalists
Each finalist in the Mortgage Broker of the Year category was selected based on their ability to demonstrate knowledge of complex mortgage products.

Help to Buy vs Lifetime ISA’s | First Time Buyer
Help is at hand in the form of 2 different types of Government-backed savings schemes known as the Help to Buy ISA and the Lifetime ISA (LISA).

Understanding Mortgage Rates, APR & Offers
Looking at the most common types of Mortgages, Rates, and Charges so you can evaluate the differences and make the correct financial decision.

Help to Buy: Equity Loan | First Time Buyer Mortgages
Helping you understand what the Help to Buy: Equity Loan scheme is and how it’s going to impact you. There are a few things to keep in mind here.

Is there a better mortgage out there? | Mortgage switch
‘Mortgage Switch’ has been designed to help make switching mortgage simple, straightforward and accessible to customers who fear the paperwork & admin.