First-time Buyer Series - Part 3 - Affordability

First-time Buyer Series - Part 6 - Dealing with Estate Agents - Guest Speaker is Karolina Grzyb EXP Estate Agent

Buying your first home and unsure how to deal with estate agents? 🏡 In this episode of the Five Star Mortgages Podcast, we’re joined by Karolina Grzyb, experienced estate agent with eXp UK, to break down exactly how first‑time buyers can navigate the property market with confidence. Karolina shares:  🏠 How estate agents really work — and what their role is in the homebuying process 💬 How to communicate effectively to avoid misunderstandings 📊 Top tips for viewing properties and spotting red flags 🤝 How to negotiate like a pro (even if it’s your first time!) 🚀 What first‑time buyers can do to stand out in a competitive market 🔍 Common mistakes buyers make — and how to avoid them Whether you’ve just started browsing Rightmove or you’re preparing to book viewings, this conversation with Karolina and the Five Star Mortgages team will help you approach estate agents with clarity, confidence, and insider knowledge. 🎧 Watch now: https://youtu.be/aXQEeb2UMTk [https://youtu.be/aXQEeb2UMTk] Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. View the video version on YouTube – https://youtu.be/aXQEeb2UMTk [https://youtu.be/aXQEeb2UMTk] Find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk View the video version on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FiveStarMortgages] -  https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY  Please find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk [https://www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk/]

First-time Buyer Series - Part 5 - Why Every First-Time Buyer Needs a Solicitor | With Marta Rayner and Five Star Mortgages Podcast

Buying your first home? 🏠  In this episode of the Five Star Mortgages Podcast, we’re joined by Marta Rayner, a UK property solicitor who specialises in helping first-time buyers. Marta explains:  ⚖️ Why you need a solicitor when buying your first home  📋 What your solicitor actually does — from searches to contracts  🧾 How to avoid delays and keep your purchase on track  💬 How she personally supports first-time buyers every step of the way  🤝 What to look for when choosing the right solicitor If you’re starting your homebuying journey, this conversation with Marta Rayner and the Five Star Mortgages team will help you understand the legal side with clarity and confidence. 🎧 Watch now: https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY [https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY] Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. View the video version on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FiveStarMortgages] -  https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY  Please find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk [https://www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk/]

First-time Buyer Series - Part 4 - Everything You Need to Know About Deposits — A Guide for First-Time Buyers

Buying your first home and not sure how much deposit you really need? This episode of the Five Star Mortgages Podcast breaks it all down in plain English. We cover:  💰 How much deposit you actually need to buy your first home  🏠 Buying with a small deposit – 5% and 10% mortgage options 🔑 What happens if you have no deposit at all 💸 The benefits of a larger deposit – and how it affects your rate 🎁 Gifted deposits from family or friends – what lenders need to see 🏦 Using borrowed money – what’s allowed and what’s not 📈 Practical tips to build your deposit faster Whether you’re saving from scratch, getting help from family, or just exploring your options, this episode will help you understand what’s possible and how to get mortgage-ready. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube: https://youtu.be/k6JOBcMSQ1g [https://youtu.be/k6JOBcMSQ1g] #FiveStarMortgages #FirstTimeBuyer #MortgageAdvice #Deposits #GiftedDeposit #HomeBuyingJourney #MortgageTips View the video version on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FiveStarMortgages] -  https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY  Please find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk [https://www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk/]

First-time Buyer Series - Part 3 - Affordability

Buying your first home starts with one big question: How much can you actually afford to borrow? In this episode, our team at Five Star Mortgages breaks down everything you need to know about affordability as a first-time buyer — from how lenders calculate your borrowing power to the key factors that could help (or hurt) your application. We cover: * How income, outgoings, and credit score influence affordability * The difference between lender calculators and real-world mortgage offers * Why future interest rate changes matter to your budget * Practical tips to boost your borrowing potential Whether you’re months away from applying or ready to get started now, this episode will help you approach your first mortgage with clarity and confidence. 🎙 Listen now and take the first step towards owning your home. View the video version on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FiveStarMortgages] -  https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY  Please find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk [https://www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk/]

Should I become a mortgage broker? How to become a mortgage broker?

Hear from our founder Marta, and experienced advisers Tracey and Petra, why and how they became mortgage brokers. How they built their business within Five Star Mortgages to achieve great success. Then, if you're still wanting to become an adviser, why would you want to join Five Star Mortgages? Contact mark@fivestarmortgages.co.uk for more information about careers and joining the Five Star Mortgage team #mortgagebroker #mortgageadviser #mortgagebrokercareer  View the video version on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@FiveStarMortgages] -  https://youtu.be/UWfIR-lmwnY  Please find us at www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk [https://www.fivestarmortgages.co.uk/]