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The Government said the introduction of a new Lifetime Individual Savings Account (LISA) will help young people save flexibly for the long term throughout their lives. The aim is to help them simultaneously save for a first home and for their retirement, without having to choose one over the other.

Our first time buyer guide provides more information on the different types of mortgage, how much you could borrow, what the typical costs associated with buying a new home are likely to be and some key advice when it actually comes to applying for a mortgage.

Equity Release provides home-owners over the age of 55 with the facility to release money from their home. Read our Equity Release Guide for a detailed overview of steps involved in making a decision about releasing equity from your property.

Equity release is a way of releasing the wealth tied up in your property without having to sell it and move to another home. Read our factsheet to find out more about Equity Release

The new stamp duty rules could affect the ability for many newly married couples and registered civil partners to purchase their first home together. Read our factsheet to find out more about stamp duty changes

Help to Buy ISAs will be available to individuals who are 16 and over and will be limited to one per person. Read our factsheet to find out more about the Help to Buy ISA.

Buy-to-let landlords now receive a lower rate of tax relief on mortgage payments. Read our factsheet about changes to Buy to Let Mortgages