First Time Buyers Property Advice

Are you a first time buyer looking to get on the property ladder? We have a wide range of advice and information to help you at reallymoving.com

First time buyer tips from our moving experts

We've been helping people move home for almost two decades - so we thought we'd grab some top tips from our partners to help those first time buyers.

Ultimate First Time Buyer's Guide

Check out our free guide - taking you from mortgages to moving day!

The First Time Buyer's guide to mortgages

First Time Buyers can struggle with how much goes into buying a first home – if it’s not finding conveyancing solicitors or Chartered Surveyors, it’s saving up a deposit and choosing the right property.

Buying a house, Before you buy

First Time Buyer changes to Stamp Duty: FAQ

On 23rd September 2022 the rules regarding Stamp Duty for First Time Buyers changed. We're answering some of the questions about the Stamp Duty exemptions for First Time Buyers.

Buying a house, Costs and Fees, First Time Buyer

Sealed Bidding: What it is, and how to win

Not sure if sealed bids are for you? We've got pros, cons and the best tricks to win that dream home.

Buying a house

Timeline for buying a house

For homebuyers – and first time buyers in particular – the process of purchasing a new home can seem like a long, drawn-out affair. It’s not unusual for it to take around six months from starting to look at properties to actually moving in, and if there are delays at any stage of the process then it can take even longer.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

Should I buy a house with friends?

If people buy properties with their partners, why not buy your first home with your friends instead? Here are some of the upsides, downsides and legal sides to consider.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

Offer accepted on house - what are the next steps?

Now your offer on a house has been accepted, here are our 10 essential steps for what happens next.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer

How to buy a house: 10 important tips

Buying a house can be a huge task, and the process can sometimes feel never ending. To help, we've put assembled our top ten house buying tips to simplify your next move.

Conveyancing, Buying a house, First Time Buyer