Mortgage guides

Switching your mortgage to a better interest rate could save you thousands of euro or help you reduce your loan term. Here’s how to find the best switcher mortgage.

Use our free mortgage calculator to discover how much you might be able to borrow from mortgage lenders in Ireland.

Getting the right insurance to protect you and your home financially is vital. Here’s the insurance you need in Ireland, and other types you may want to consider.

Saving for a deposit and choosing where to live are often the first steps to home ownership. Switcher.ie’s First Time Buyer Affordability Index reveals the most affordable locations to buy a house in Ireland.

The importance of technology is continually growing, we look into the best places to live in Ireland if you are a technology lover.

The right preparation can improve your chances of mortgage approval. Here’s 7 steps to get mortgage ready, from getting your finances in order to checking your credit record.

Before you can get a mortgage to buy a home in Ireland you’ll need a deposit. Here’s how they work and how much you’ll need to have saved.

A green mortgage could save you money if you have an energy-efficient home. Here’s all you need to know about green mortgages in Ireland and how to pick the best one.

If you’re on the hunt for a new mortgage, finding the right home loan takes time & effort. Here’s how a mortgage broker could save you time and money.

Costs can spiral when you buy a property or switch, so a cashback mortgage can provide a boost when you need it most. Here’s all you need to know about cashback mortgages in Ireland.

Overpaying your mortgage could save you thousands of euro in interest, and help pay off your balance years earlier. Here’s how to overpay and how much you could save.

Getting a mortgage Approval in Principle is a step closer to buying your new home or remortgaging. Here’s how to apply and what to do if you’re not approved.

Getting on the property ladder with a poor credit history can be tough. Here are some ways to improve your chances of getting a mortgage with bad credit.

If you run a business or work for yourself, getting a mortgage can be tricky. Here’s how to secure a mortgage when you’re self-employed in Ireland.

If you dream of building your own home, a self build mortgage could help make it a reality. Here’s how they work, how much you can borrow, and what insurance you need.

Here’s how repayment and interest-only mortgages work in Ireland and the different ways to repay your mortgage loan whether you’re a first time buyer, buy-to-let investor or switcher.

A new help to buy scheme in Ireland is helping first time buyers and other eligible borrowers get on the property ladder, but what is it, and how do you apply? Here’s all you need to know about the First Home Scheme in Ireland.

When you buy a home in Ireland you’ll have to pay a tax called stamp duty. Here’s how stamp duty works and how much it’ll cost you.

Moving home can be a difficult juggling act. Our house move checklist can guide you through the steps to make your move stress-free and simple.

Remote and hybrid working is here to stay, so we’ve researched Ireland’s towns for telecoms, leisure and family to find the best places to work from home in Ireland.

You can use our free online mortgage calculators to estimate your mortgage repayments, work out how much you can borrow and calculate yourstamp duty bill.