Helpful Information

These pages provide links to guides and support sites to support your journey of home-ownership and financial planning.

Mortgage guides

Here at Saffron, we understand how complicated the house buying process can be.

That's why we've developed several guides to give you a clear understanding of what's involved and lead you through the steps involved, no matter what stage you are at. Whether you're a first time buyer, a property investor or just need some tips, these guides contain useful information that you will want to use over and over again.

Home buyers guide

How much can I afford?, how do I find a property?, what should I look for?, what type of mortgage should I get? All these questions and more are answered in Saffron's home buying guide.

Buy-to-let guide

This guide will get you started on the road to be a landlord and once you're ready to start, give us a call and we'll help you get your property portfolio started.

Shared ownership guide

This guide will give you the lowdown on Shared ownership, where to start, the types of schemes available and if you are likely to be eligible. Once you're ready to buy a property, give us a call and we'll help you get your property portfolio started.

Home Information Pack guide

Here at Saffron we have compiled a few our frequently asked questions to help guide you through Home Information Packs (HIPs) and what they mean to you and your home.

Financial Services Authority (FSA) websites

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is the independent watchdog set up by the government to regulate financial services and protect your rights, and they have launched a number of website for consumers providing impartial, jargon-free information and services to assist people to manage their money and plan ahead.

Money made clear

Visit The Financial Services Authority (FSA) website about the world of money, giving you impartial guides, advice and support.

Mortgages made clear

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) website, aimed at making mortgages easier to understand as well as providing tools and wizards to help identify your needs.

Consumer debt test

Take the FSA Consumer Debt Test to ascertain if you are likely to have trouble with debt and learn how to tackle them if they occur.