In recent years, the housing market has seen its share of increases in property values, stamp duty, and purchases by the first time buyer group. The market has been filled with opportunity for the everyday investor to find properties offering strong returns in the future. The buy to let market has also been strong, offering landlords and others a chance to build an attractive portfolio. Although Brexit has stifled activity a bit in the last eighteen months, it is still a space which holds promise and optimism. Recent data suggests a slowdown in house sales could mark a great time to consider remortgage.

The housing market has been resilient during the lead up to Brexit and it appears it will be so even throughout the delay. Last month there was growth that surpassed years past and put experts at odds as to the cause. Some believe it is due to the factors present in the housing market that are welcoming to first time buyers.

Homeowners are not nearly as focused on remortgaging as experts deem necessary. In recent reports, it was pointed out that those homeowners who obtained their mortgage two years ago and are about to have their current deal end are facing interest rates on lender’s standard variable rate (SVR) doubled than what they are currently paying. That means a doubled interest rate. That means a repayment that is much more expensive, and it means homeowners without a remortgage could be paying much more than needed.

Once a hopeful home buyer gets the keys to their home and is now a bonafide homeowner, it is so nice to put the stress of the process behind you. No longer do you have to shop online for homes available for sale. No longer do you have to get a kink in your neck every time you see a for sale sign in front of a property. No longer do you have to spend your free time lingering in front of displays of listings of homes after homes looking for the dream property you always imagined.

Buy to let property owners have seen massive amounts of opportunity pop up as interest rates have remained low for many years. Owning property in this space has offered investment options not seen in many other sectors of the housing market. Remortgage has played a big part in the sector’s ability to provide income which has primarily improved with time. Although the new stamp duty has taken effect on those who own additional buy to let properties, there is still expected to be increased activity and competition in the months ahead.

Experts are trying to get the word out that it is perhaps more important than it has been in years past to take action and remortgage if you are a homeowner about to have your mortgage deal end. It is especially important for those that have already had their mortgage deal end and have been moved onto their lender’s standard variable rate (SVR). By seeking out a remortgage, homeowners can save rather than paying more money than they have to for their property loan.