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Mortgage Adviser Registrations, Compliance & Legal Requirements: What You Need to Know
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Mortgage Adviser Registrations, Compliance & Legal Requirements: What You Need to Know

Becoming a mortgage adviser is about more than mastering product knowledge and passing your CeMAP exams—it’s about operating within a...
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Credit Scoring & Affordability Checks Explained for CeMAP Students Introduction
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Credit Scoring & Affordability Checks Explained for CeMAP Students Introduction

Wonder how lenders score your clients? Understanding how credit scoring and affordability checks work is essential for both mortgage advisers...
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Compliance 101: Staying on the Right Side of FCA Regulations
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Compliance 101: Staying on the Right Side of FCA Regulations

Compliance is far more than just paperwork—it’s the cornerstone of trust in financial services. As a newly qualified mortgage adviser,...
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FCA Mortgage Rule Review – What Advisers Need to Know
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FCA Mortgage Rule Review – What Advisers Need to Know

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a major review of mortgage rules aimed at making home ownership more accessible....
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How to Build a Thriving Client Base as a New Mortgage Adviser
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How to Build a Thriving Client Base as a New Mortgage Adviser

You’ve passed your CeMAP exams, earned your LIBF accreditation, and now you’re ready to kick off your career as a...
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CeMAP 2025 Qualification Changes: What’s New and How It Affects You
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CeMAP 2025 Qualification Changes: What’s New and How It Affects You

After 28 years, the Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice (CeMAP) is getting its most significant overhaul yet. From September...
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What Are the Key Conduct of Business (COBS) Rules Tested in CeMAP Unit 1?
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What Are the Key Conduct of Business (COBS) Rules Tested in CeMAP Unit 1?

Need clarity on Conduct of Business rules? If you're preparing for CeMAP Unit 1, understanding the FCA’s COBS (Conduct of...
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Learn Why LIBF Accreditation Matters for CeMAP Training in 2025
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Learn Why LIBF Accreditation Matters for CeMAP Training in 2025

Over 80 per cent of UK mortgage firms shortlist only LIBF‑accredited CeMAP graduates. This accreditation is more than a badge—it is...
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Tracker mortgage explained: A Beginner’s Guide for CeMAP Students
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Tracker mortgage explained: A Beginner’s Guide for CeMAP Students

Curious about the mechanics of tracker mortgages? If you are studying for your CeMAP qualification, understanding this product is essential....
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How to Tackle Mortgage Scenario Questions in CeMAP: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Tackle Mortgage Scenario Questions in CeMAP: A Step-by-Step Guide

Exam day can be daunting. You must read a client’s situation, spot key details and apply rules—all under time pressure....
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Ultimate Guide to the UK Mortgage Industry in 2025: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities
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Ultimate Guide to the UK Mortgage Industry in 2025: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities

UK house prices rose by 4.2 % in Q1 2025, intensifying demand for clear guidance among advisers and borrowers alike....
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What Are the Best CeMAP Maths Tricks to Save Exam Time?
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What Are the Best CeMAP Maths Tricks to Save Exam Time?

Ever felt the clock ticking during those tricky CeMAP calculation questions? Time pressure can dent your confidence and slow you...
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How Does Mortgage Underwriting Work for CeMAP Students?
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How Does Mortgage Underwriting Work for CeMAP Students?

Ever wondered how lenders decide if a borrower is suitable for a mortgage? Mortgage underwriting is the process lenders use...
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Top 10 Skills Every Successful Mortgage Adviser Needs (And How to Develop Them)
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Top 10 Skills Every Successful Mortgage Adviser Needs (And How to Develop Them)

In 2025, the UK mortgage industry demands more than product knowledge alone. Advisers must combine technical know-how with strong interpersonal...
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Income Protection vs Critical Illness CeMAP: A Comprehensive Comparison
CeMAP Studies

Income Protection vs Critical Illness CeMAP: A Comprehensive Comparison

CeMAP students must understand protection products well. Choosing between income protection and critical illness cover is essential. Advisers need to...
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CeMAP Study Hub case study: Mia’s journey to CeMAP qualification
CeMAP Studies

CeMAP Study Hub case study: Mia’s journey to CeMAP qualification

Mortgage advice in the UK starts with the CeMAP exam, a tough certification that 80% of mortgage advisers hold. Mia...
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Interest-Only vs Repayment Mortgages: CeMAP Mortgage Types Comparison
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Interest-Only vs Repayment Mortgages: CeMAP Mortgage Types Comparison

For CeMAP students, distinguishing between interest-only and repayment mortgages is essential. In an interest-only mortgage, you pay only the interest...
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What Are the Top 10 CeMAP 3 Exam Pitfalls to Avoid?
CeMAP Studies

What Are the Top 10 CeMAP 3 Exam Pitfalls to Avoid?

Preparing for the CeMAP 3 case-study exam (the Assessment of Mortgage Advice and Practice) requires more than just cram knowledge...
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Stamp Duty Simplified: CeMAP Calculation Walkthrough
CeMAP Studies

Stamp Duty Simplified: CeMAP Calculation Walkthrough

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a core topic in CeMAP Module 2. If you’re preparing for your exams, you...
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How UK Mortgage Advisers Use an Affordability Calculator to Determine What You Can Borrow
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How UK Mortgage Advisers Use an Affordability Calculator to Determine What You Can Borrow

A key in a door symbolises unlocking your path to home ownership. In the UK, mortgage advisers often use an...
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