The new measure of support for young people will make it easier to purchase property with credit for those who do not have savings for a down payment, but will increase the monthly payments and, consequently, the burden rate of borrowers.
The indicator measuring the effort of Portuguese families to support housing payments was higher in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last year. Read the numbers, then.
The effort of families to buy and rent a house increased compared to the same period last year. Understand the increase and how you can lower the effort rate.
According to Eurobarometer, 83% of the Portuguese respondents believe that their standard of living will worsen by 2024. So, how can one protect themselves from this prediction if they have insurance and loans?
One of the most common questions that arises after taking out a loan is whether you can take out another for a different project. For example, a house and a car are usually among the most important projects, and many need financing to acquire both. But how can you know if you have the financial capacity for both?
Looking to hire a home loan? We have good news for you: The Bank of Portugal (BdP) has eased one of the requirements imposed on clients, making it easier to access this type of financing. Understand what changes in the stress test required by banks in this article.
The effort rate is one of the concepts in mortgage credit. In short, the effort rate assesses whether you have the ability to meet the installments of a loan. But what does this concept mean and how is it calculated?
Are you going to apply for a mortgage to buy your home? Know that, throughout the process, you may come across expressions that can be confusing. We have prepared a glossary about mortgage credit to help you know everything.
Buying a vacation home to invest or rent through a second home loan is possible. But in which cases is it allowed and how does a secondary housing loan work?