The best areas for first time-buyers in Edinburgh
Planning on purchasing your first home in Edinburgh? We take a look at the best areas for your budget.
News
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10 questions every first-time buyer should ask
We’ve highlighted the ten all-important questions that every first-time buyer should ask before making an offer on a property.
How to use a Home Report when buying a property
First-time buyer? We guide you through what a Home Report is and how to use one when buying a property in Scotland.
At home with a real ESPC buyer: Katie Brigstock
First-time buyer Katie Brigstock found her dream home in Edinburgh through ESPC. In this article, Katie shows us around her home and talks to us about her experience as a first-time buyer.
What research should you do before buying a home?
Graeme Mackay, Marketing Director at Mov8, shares his insights into everything you need to research before buying a home.
What is the LIFT scheme, and how can you use it to buy a home?
Murray Souter, ESPC Mortgages adviser, explains everything you need to know about the LIFT scheme if you're looking to buy your first property in Scotland.
The First Home Fund is closed – find out about other schemes to help you buy your first home
Whilst it can seem overwhelming to buy your first home, there are other schemes and services in place to help you get started - find out more about them here.
How long does it take to buy your first house or flat?
Find out everything you need to know about the timescales of buying your first home from David Lauder, Independent Mortgage Adviser with ESPC Mortgages.
What it’s like to buy your first home in Edinburgh during the Coronavirus pandemic
We spoke to three first time buyers who have successfully purchased a property in Edinburgh since the lockdown restrictions were eased to find out about their experience and what they would advise others.
First time house buyers and Coronavirus COVID-19
In this article, we break down the key changes to the home buying process due to COVID-19.