Cathy is a freelance journalist specialising in money, property, smart homes and technology. She worked at Which? for 12 years, first as a money writer then as an editor, before going freelance in 2018.
She's written for publications including The Money Edit, Ideal Home, Loveproperty.com, The i newspaper, the London Evening Standard. Cathy is also a Homes Under the Hammer superfan.
What you need to know about getting a mortgage if you’re buying or refinancing a farm or farmland, including the factors lenders consider when you apply for one.
Everything you need to know about commercial bridging loans. We look at when they’re useful, how they work and what to be aware of before taking one out.
In-depth guide to bridging loans if you have had credit problems in the past, including what lenders are willing to overlook and which are the most important factors.
Complete guide to buying at auction with a mortgage. Find out which types of properties could be unmortgageable and how to get your finances in place before the auction.
Our comprehensive guide to property flipping gives you all the information you need to make a profit, from finding the right property to the costs you need to consider.
How to buy a repossessed property and what the risks and benefits are. Plus, where to look for properties, buying at auction and issues to look out for.
A comprehensive guide to giving property to children, including if it’s your home or an investment property. We explain when they will need to pay inheritance tax on it.
Exchange of contracts is when a property transaction becomes legally binding but what does it involve and what do the various parties need to do to get to that point?
What you need to know to rent the best commercial property for you and secure a lease on the best possible terms. Plus, learn how the process works and what experts you need.
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