A mortgage is one of the key steps to securing the keys to your new home. The process can feel complicated and difficult to understand but it's important not to get overwhelmed.

In this episode, Mr. MoneyJar chats with Mel Fox, a Halifax mortgage and protection adviser, to define what a mortgage is, understand how they work, and outline what documents you’ll need. Mel also answers a quick fire round of jargon-busting to break down some of the most common mortgage terms.