Buying a property is always an important moment in one's life. And being accompanied in the process of dealing with the banks is a precious help, especially for the uninitiated. In the jungle of interest rates, a mortgage broker is a valuable ally! The advantages of a mortgage broker You will [...]
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What is a mortgage broker?
While using a mortgage broker is very common in other countries, particularly in the United Kingdom, the European champions, or even among our French and German neighbours, in the Grand Duchy this practice has not yet become part of residents' habits. However, since 2012 there has been a real evolution in the brokerage market [...].
Costs associated with the purchase of a property
A number of expenses are directly linked to the purchase of a property. These need to be factored into the budget, particularly when taking out a mortgage. Here are the details. Notaire's fees Notaire's fees cover all the costs associated with a property purchase, paid to the notaire. Taxes payable to the tax authorities The [...]
Good advice for financing your property
Taking out a mortgage is one of the most important steps in the process of becoming a homeowner. What are the requirements for financing a property and how do you go about it? Here are some tips to help you in your dealings with financial and public institutions. Taking care of your borrowing profile This means presenting a clear picture of your financial situation.
Bridging loans: to buy before selling
Are you no longer happy in your current home? Do you want to move to a new home or a new location? If you want to carry out your new real estate project without having to wait for the sale of your current house or flat, a bridging loan could certainly be a solution for you. What is a bridging loan? A bridging loan or bridge loan is a [...]
Insuring your mortgage: outstanding balance insurance
When you take out a mortgage with a bank, your banker will ask you to insure your loan. What does this mean? There are suitable insurance policies that cover the outstanding amount of your mortgage in the event of death. These insurances guarantee the reimbursement by the insurer of all or part of the outstanding amount of your loan in the event of your death.
Fixed or variable rate mortgage?
Choosing between a fixed-rate mortgage or a variable-rate loan requires particular vigilance because, depending on the formula chosen, the monthly payments can vary greatly. The rate chosen determines the financial burden that the borrower will have to bear through the amount of interest to be paid.
Saving to buy: good resolutions
It's decided, in 2017, you're going to start building up a down payment to buy a property. Remember, the bigger the deposit, the better the bank financing. From the piggy bank... Your grandmother would certainly tell you: "there are no small savings". So start looking at where you can save money.
The 10 steps to a mortgage
When looking for a flat or a house to buy, the most delicate phase is the financing of the property. To help you understand and follow the different stages, we have detailed for you the 10 key moments linked to property financing. 1- Signing the preliminary sales agreement [...]