Unlock Your Buy-to-Let Potential

Houses suitable for buy to let investors

Getting the Best Buy-to-Let Mortgage: Your Comprehensive Guide Unlock the Door to Smarter Property Investment Welcome to Acorn.finance’s essential guide for navigating the dynamic buy-to-let mortgage landscape.  Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting your journey, securing the right financing is crucial to get the best returns for your investments.  With current market rates […]

Your Credit Score

Your Credit Score: The Key to Unlocking Finance (and How to Check It for Free) Whether you’re dreaming of a first time buyer mortgage, seeking a loan for your small business, or simply applying for a new mobile phone contract, your credit score plays a pivotal role. It’s often the first thing lenders look at […]

First Time Buyer Mortgage & 100% Mortgages: Your Path to Homeownership

handing over keys to property, 100% mortgage options for first time buyers

For many aspiring homeowners, securing a first time buyer mortgage can feel like an uphill battle, especially when faced with the challenge of saving a substantial deposit. The dream of owning your own home often seems out of reach. However, recent developments in the lending landscape mean that 100% mortgages are making a return, potentially […]

Unlocking Your Mortgage: The Self-Employed Guide to SA302 and Tax Year Overviews

Getting to know your tax return documents​ For self-employed individuals across the UK, securing a mortgage or business finance often comes with unique challenges. Unlike employed applicants who can simply present payslips, you need to prove your income through official HMRC documentation. This is where the SA302 Tax Calculation and the Tax Year Overview (TYO) […]

Are you “Property Development Finance” – funding ready?

The UK property development sector stands at an interesting juncture. On the one hand, bolstered by the government’s continued push for increased housebuilding and ongoing efforts to streamline the often-complex planning application process, the potential for growth remains significant. On the other hand, however, developers must also navigate a landscape shaped by evolving economic forecasts […]

Holiday Let Investments – 2025 and beyond

Furnished Holiday Lets In The Rachel Reeves’ World The landscape for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) has shifted. As of April 2025, the distinct tax advantages they once held over standard residential rentals have been abolished by the Labour government.  For those familiar with the previous regime, this marks a significant change in how income and […]