Self Build BlogA self build house in the making
Follow the process of how we are designing and building a new house ourselves - with help from all the right experts and trades.
Update March 2026 - We're still working on it!
Although the house is nearing completion (if that's ever possible!) and we're living in it, the blog is playing catch-up. More blog entries are being added all the time.
Today… is Day 1Hiring a solicitor for a self build
So, it turns out I need to appoint a solicitor for a self build project. Not something I had thought about.
Self build mortgage gets the go-ahead… although I’m not counting chickens yet!
Great news today - today I received a letter from the building society which confirms the loan amount for mortgage.
Researching other Self Build mortgage lenders
After getting nowhere with brokers I've decided to look into other self build mortgage lenders myself.
What a load of bankers!!
It's been a long time since the last post, so let's bring you up-to-date.
