Buying a house may be one of the most expensive purchases you'll ever make, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. By saving effectively, you could have a down payment and mortgage offer ready to go in very little time.
First, you'll want to work out how much you can put aside after your monthly budget is out of the way. By committing to monthly savings, you can get a good chunk of money together as long as you resist the temptation of dipping into your savings pot.
If you want to save quickly, you may have to make some sacrifices. You might not think the £20 you spend a week on takeaways or a new item of clothing is that much, but when spread over the year it amounts to quite a lot.
Try to cut out these unnecessary expenses, if only for a short while. This can give you a nice head start and have you on your way to purchasing your new home.
Opening a savings account can help you save more, as many banks will offer you interest on sums over a certain amount. This essentially rewards you for good money management and can give you that little bit of extra encouragement to stick to your plan.
Think about downsizing while you save. It may not be ideal, but if possible, you may want to downsize or move to a property that is less expensive to rent while you save. Anything you save on rent can go directly into your savings and help you move on even faster.
It's important not to rush yourself though. Saving money for a house can take a very long time and while it may be tempting to try and speed along as fast as possible, you don’t want to end up putting yourself in a bad financial position unnecessarily. Only save what you can afford to save.
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