MT Week - A first time buyer's mortgage guide

Few people in the UK can afford to buy a property outright. That is, paying for the whole thing with cash.

And that’s why mortgages are one of the most popular secured loan products out there.

The process and the products can be incredibly confusing and complicated - even for those who have done it before.

So this comprehensive guide is your starting point for navigating mortgages.

Oh, and if you’re not sure about the meaning of anything, here’s a glossary of mortgage terms that demystifies the jargon.