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How to Finance Your Self Build
There are many different ways in which to fund your self build project, but how do you know which one is best for you?
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How to Finance Your Renovation
Our guide to financing a renovation project, including advice on extensions and auctions.
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Self Build Mortgages: Current Rates
This regularly updated article features the current self build mortgage rates being offered by a wide range of building societies. All data is sourced from moneyfacts.co.uk
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Raising Finance Tips
A quick guide to raising finance for your self build.
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Reclaiming VAT
How do you claim your money — and maximise your savings? We explain the reclaiming process.
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Government End CIL
Government propose to exempt self builders from Community Infrastructure Levy.
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Different VAT Concessions Explained
There are a variety of VAT concessions available to renovators, self builders and converters — but it’s up to you to understand the rules.
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Conversion, Renovation & VAT
Some renovation projects are eligible for reduced rates of VAT. Read on to find out how to make savings.
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VAT Saving Tips
Follow our simple tax tips and you could save £1,000's in unnecessary VAT payments on your homebuilding or renovating project. including advice on construction systems, choosing building materials and labour.
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Self Build Warranties
There is a lot of confusion amongst self builders surrounding the concept of warranties — what are they and how do they differ from Building Control? Mark Brinkley explains all, including some useful advice on architect's certificates and site insurance.
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