"This Government initiative is not about buying a flat with your mates.  "

"Getting a mortgage on a European property isn't always easy, but it can still be done."

"Spanish mortgage lenders became more competitive last year when rates and margins started to fall."

"Portugal bounced back quickly after the referendum as the Golden Visa Scheme has done much to invigorate the housing market. "

"When looking for a mortgage quote, you have two options: go it alone, or seek the advice of a mortgage broker."

"It's essential to do the maths before you commit to decades of costly repayments."

"The more searching, fact-checking and cross-referencing you do, the more likely you are to find the best deal.    "

"New analysis of housing debt shows how different mortgage constraints affect different areas of Britain."

"Rising interest rates are more likely to slow house price growth than increase mortgage arrears."

"If you already own property, you probably already know the mortgage basics, but here's how to choose your next mortgage."