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Second Charge Mortgage or Further Advance: What Is Different?

Second Charge Mortgage or Further Advance: What Is Different?

by James Blackler | Sep 29, 2026 | Mortgage Know-How

For a homeowner who needs to raise £50,000, one possible route is a second charge mortgage rather than replacing a first mortgage that already suits them. That can add secured borrowing against the same property while leaving the existing loan in place. The useful...
Debt Consolidation Remortgage: What Does It Really Cost?

Debt Consolidation Remortgage: What Does It Really Cost?

by James Blackler | Sep 22, 2026 | Mortgage Know-How

We often see the appeal of a debt consolidation remortgage when several unsecured balances are competing with the household budget. One payment may look cleaner and the monthly figure may fall, but that does not tell you what the debt will cost over its full life or...
Can the Heliodor Remortgage Guide Help Existing Borrowers?

Can the Heliodor Remortgage Guide Help Existing Borrowers?

by James Blackler | Sep 15, 2026 | Lender Guides

We work regularly with clients who hold an existing Heliodor mortgage, so we have a practical understanding of how the lender approaches applications. Heliodor Mortgages is closed to new business, so existing borrowers seeking a new deal or additional borrowing...
Hyalite Mortgages Remortgage Guide: How to Switch to an Active Lender

Hyalite Mortgages Remortgage Guide: How to Switch to an Active Lender

by James Blackler | Sep 14, 2026 | Lender Guides

We work regularly with clients who hold an existing Hyalite Mortgages mortgage, so we have a practical understanding of how different lenders approach applications. Hyalite Mortgages is a closed-book administrator, trading as Topaz Finance Limited, and does not offer...
Remortgaging: The Options Most Borrowers Overlook

Remortgaging: The Options Most Borrowers Overlook

by James Blackler | Sep 14, 2026 | Mortgage Know-How

Remortgaging should be reviewed as a complete financial decision, not as a race towards the lowest advertised rate. The right route depends on the existing mortgage, the costs of leaving it, the borrower’s current circumstances and the plans for the property. A...
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Arding & Hobbs
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Oakstead Finance Limited is registered in England and Wales. No. 14073657. Registered Office: 30-31 Furnival Street, London, EC4A 1JQ.
Oakstead Finance Limited is an Appointed Representative of Cornerstone Finance Group Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Cornerstone Finance Group Ltd is registered in England & Wales. No. 08458702. Registered Office: Unit E Copse Walk, Pontprennau, Cardiff, Wales, CF23 8RB.
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