Scott Aitken

The Aitken Financial Services Podcast

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Helping you navigate the world of mortgages, insurance and property, without the jargon. Hosted by Scott Aitken, award winning mortgage and protection adviser, each episode breaks down what you really need to know, whether you’re a first-time buyer, remortgaging, or lookign to protect yourself and your family. Practical tips, the occasional rant and zero BS, because mortgages don't have to be boring.

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Scott Aitken

Episodes

Ep 3 - How to Avoid Conditional Selling with Amy Howard 30.07.2025 40:46

This week I am joined by Amy Howard - Property Consultant at Neilson’s Solicitors and Estate Agents in Edinburgh, to chat over the recent BBC Panorama documentary on conditional selling. We look at the through a Scottish lens, because things are a bit different up here and hopefully that means for the better. Amy also shares some tips on how sellers and buyers can look out for and hopefully avoid...

Ep2 - Get Ready to Buy your First Home: Mortgage Affordability 23.07.2025 5:19

Sorting out your mortgage affordability is a crucial first step on the path to buying your first home. Let’s take a look at what that means and some tips to make it easier for you. If you want to know more or would like my help with your mortgage visit my website or drop me a message on Instagram @aitken.fs Aitken Financial Services Ltd [FCA Number 959641] is an Appointed Representative of New Lea...

Ep 1 - The Dark Side of Buying and Selling Your Home 15.07.2025 8:37

BBC Panorama recently aired their new episode on Conditional Selling - The Under Cover Estate Agent. Today I’m going to chat through the Panorama episode and chat about what that means for you - the buyer or seller. Panorama Link - https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002fygs/panorama-undercover-estate-agent If you want to know more or would like my help with your mortgage visit my website or dr...