Lodestone

How to Choose the Right Independent Mortgage Broker for Your Needs 

By Lodestone | 2 January 2026
how to choose the right mortgage broker

The right mortgage broker makes all the difference when seeking a mortgage that’s suited to your needs. The UK mortgage market […]

Read More

Lodestone News is...

...our fast growing archive of news, views, updates and other commentary from the world of mortgages, protection and the financial services industry.

Please feel free to read and explore, we hope you find it useful.

If you think of something that you'd like us to cover, explain or comment on then please don't hesitate to get in touch.

You are our business, what's important to you matters to us.

Topics

Understanding Stamp Duty and Other Hidden Costs in the UK Home-Buying Process

By Lodestone | 17 June 2025
Posted in , , ,
uk home buying costs

Stamp Duty & Hidden Costs Buying a property often feels like juggling numerous moving parts – finding the right home, securing […]

Read More

The Legal Side: How to ensure a Smooth Transaction

By Lodestone | 12 May 2025
Posted in , ,
solicitor

Seamless Home Conveyancing Buying a home is an exciting journey, but when it comes to finalising the legal aspects of your […]

Read More

Mortgage: The Present

By Lodestone | 25 February 2025
Posted in
Ancient Mortgage Document

The Modern Mortgage Landscape in the UK From Niche to Mainstream What began as a specialised arrangement for […]

Read More

UK Mortgage Rate Outlook

By Lodestone | 21 February 2025
Posted in , ,
house and inflation

Introduction If you’ve been following the latest economic headlines, you’ll know that UK inflation has reached 3% this […]

Read More

Mortgage: A Surprising Past

By Lodestone | 19 February 2025
Posted in
Ancient Mortgage Document

From “Dead Pledge” to Dream Homes: Unravelling the History of the Mortgage IntroductionMortgages are such a familiar part […]

Read More

Twas the week before Easter

By Craig Fish | 27 March 2024
Posted in ,
bunny easter2

In a week of contrasting movements and regulatory updates, the UK mortgage landscape continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for homeowners, investors, and first-time buyers.
With an eye on the horizon, let’s dissect the pivotal developments of the past week, shaping the future of mortgage rates and criteria.

Read More

Navigating Economic Indicators and Trends

By Craig Fish | 23 March 2024
Posted in ,
navigating finance

This week’s insights shed light on the Bank of England’s base rate decision, swap rate trends, lender rate changes, criteria adjustments, inflation data, and the latest property price figures.

Read More

Lodestone Guide to Bridging Finance.

By Lodestone | 13 May 2021
Posted in ,
bridging finance rennovation

Bridging Finance has become more common in recent years, many enjoy the flexibility they bring, but not all borrowers are familiar with bridging loans. Here’s the Lodestone guide.

Read More

Getting yourself mortgage ready

By Lodestone | 11 May 2021
Posted in
getting mortgage ready

Even before you start looking at houses there are some simple things you can start doing to get […]

Read More

The Lodestone Guide: Different Mortgage Types

By Lodestone | 7 May 2021
Posted in ,
mini houses balanced on stacks of coins

It is important to understand that the lowest interest rate does not always mean the cheapest mortgage. Yes, […]

Read More

Lodestone Guide to Secured Loans

By Lodestone | 4 May 2021
Posted in ,
secured loan house

So what is a Secured Loan? Also known as second charge mortgages or homeowner loans, secured loans enable you to borrow money using your home as security. Here’s our guide.

Read More
×