Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 9. “Gazumping” is real—until contracts are exchanged, a seller can accept a higher offer from someone else. #UKHousing #FirstTimeBuyer #PropertyJourney

Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 10. Some estate agents ask for a reservation fee. It’s usually deducted from the price if you buy—and refunded if the survey reveals structural issues. #FirstTimeBuyer #UKHousing #PropertyJourney

Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 11. Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) matter—lenders may restrict high LTV loans on poorly rated properties (esp. F or G). #EPC #MortgageTips #FirstTimeBuyerUK

Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 12. Gifted deposits are allowed, but lenders need a letter confirming it’s a gift, not a loan. Anti-money laundering checks apply. #GiftedDeposit #FirstTimeBuyerUK #MortgageTips

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Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 13. Freehold houses usually mean you own the land too—but watch for “estate charges” in new estates that look like freehold. #Freehold #FirstTimeBuyerUK #UKProperty

Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 14. Conveyancing searches (local authority, drainage, environmental) can uncover surprises—like flood risk or planning restrictions. #Conveyancing #FirstTimeBuyerUK #UKProperty

Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 15. Mortgage offers typically last 3–6 months. If buying a new build, ask for an extension in case of delays. #MortgageTips #FirstTimeBuyerUK #UKProperty

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Things I’m learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 16. You don’t pay your solicitor until completion, but they’ll usually ask for ~£300 up-front to cover searches. #Conveyancing #FirstTimeBuyerUK #Budgeting

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Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 18. Joint mortgages can increase affordability, but both parties are equally liable for repayments. #JointMortgage #FirstTimeBuyerUK #MortgageTips

Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 19. Exchange & completion are separate. You’re legally bound at exchange; you get the keys on completion. #FirstTimeBuyerUK #Conveyancing #UKProperty

Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 20. Don’t change jobs mid-application—lenders check stability. Job changes can trigger reassessment. #Employment #MortgageTips #FirstTimeBuyerUK

Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 21. A “gifted deposit” from abroad? Expect extra anti-money laundering checks & proof of funds. #Deposit #FirstTimeBuyerUK #MortgageTips

Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 22. Mortgage in principle (MIP/AIP) helps estate agents take you seriously—but it leaves a footprint if it’s a hard check. #AIP #MortgageTips #FirstTimeBuyerUK

Things I'm learning as I buy my first house in the UK: No 25. Mortgage affordability often capped at 4.5x salary, though high earners may get more. #MortgageTips #Affordability #FirstTimeBuyerUK