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June 2026

Could Private Medical Insurance Be the Workplace Benefit Your Team Actually Needs?

Wellbeing |

With NHS waits still running into months, more workers are asking their employers a simple question: can you help? Cast your mind back to the last time someone on your team was off sick for an extended period. The knock-on effect, on workload, morale, and productivity, can be significant. Now imagine if they'd been able to get a diagnosis and start treatment weeks sooner.

A Squirrel. Taxis. And a £10 Million Budget. The Government's Plan to Get Britain Investing

Saving Money |

Yes, this is real. Bear with me. The government has launched a financial education campaign. Which, in principle, is a great idea. Long overdue, actually. Years of people parking money in cash ISAs earning next to nothing, a nation largely baffled by the stock market, and genuinely no mainstream effort to bridge that gap. So yes - needed. The face of this campaign is a squirrel. Called Savvy.

Equity Release: Why the Mortgage Market Is Changing, and What It Means for You

Equity Release, Mortgage tips, Homeowners |

For most of the last century, the mortgage journey followed a fairly predictable path. You bought your first home in your mid-to-late twenties, paid it off over 25 years, and entered retirement debt-free with the house as your reward for decades of hard work. That story is changing, and faster than most people realise.

Does Your Home & Contents Insurance Hold Up When You Are On Holiday?

Home Insurance, Homeowners |

The holiday season is almost here. While you're busy booking flights and planning days out, there's one thing that often gets forgotten before you head off: whether your home insurance will protect you while you're away. Spoiler alert: it might not be as watertight as you think. Here’s a quick roundup of things to be aware of. But speaking with us will make sure your home has the most accurate protection. Call us today so you aren’t second-guessing your policy poolside.

Don’t Let Probate Eat into Your Family's Inheritance

Protection, Homeowners |

Nobody likes thinking about what happens when they're gone. But if you have a life insurance policy and you haven't thought about how that money will actually reach your family, this is worth five minutes of your time. Because right now, the probate system in the UK is under serious strain. And your loved ones could be the ones paying the price.

What Do the Current Rates Mean For You?

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages, Mortgage tips, Buy to Let, Homeowners |

With so much happening in the world right now, it can be hard to know what it all means for your mortgage. We've pulled together the latest on UK interest rates, what's driving them, and, most importantly, what it could mean for you. As always, if you have any questions, we're just a phone call away.

May 2026

The Great British Affordability Divide: Where Can First-Time Buyers Actually Afford to Buy?

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Mortgage tips, Homeowners |

If you've ever dreamed of owning a home but felt priced out of the market, new data from Nationwide suggests the answer may simply be: you're looking in the wrong postcode. Nationwide's 2026 Local Area Affordability Report reveals a Britain of stark contrasts. Where the difference between being able to buy a home and being locked out of the market entirely can come down to which side of a regional boundary you happen to live on.

Let’s Get Your Protection Up-To-Date

Protection |

We’ve rounded up our insights on the top reasons to update your critical illness cover, income protection, and life insurance policies. Don’t forget, we are here every step of the way.

Is Your Home Insurance Ready For Summer?

Home Insurance |

We might be using summer as a helpful prompt to get you organised, because really, all of these policy extras are very important throughout the year. However, if you are like us, summer is a great motivator to get everything sorted so you can sit back and relax. This is especially true if you are one of the lucky ones with a beach to head to! Here are some top home insurance considerations heading into summer!

Can You Use Later Life Lending To Turn Your Garden Into A Summer Oasis?

Equity Release, Homeowners |

Summer is just around the corner, and we are looking forward to Pimm’s in the garden. A couple of clients have asked us if they can use Later Life Lending to spruce up their alfresco dining this summer? It’s a great question! We thought you might be interested to hear as well, so we’ve put together an article. But don’t forget, Later Life Lending needs expert guidance, so give us a call and we’ll make sure you know the ins and outs.

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Could Private Medical Insurance Be the Workplace Benefit Your Team Actually Needs?

With NHS waits still running into months, more workers are asking their employers a simple question:...

A Squirrel. Taxis. And a £10 Million Budget. The Government's Plan to Get Britain Investing

Yes, this is real. Bear with me. The government has launched a financial education campaign. Which, ...

Equity Release: Why the Mortgage Market Is Changing, and What It Means for You

For most of the last century, the mortgage journey followed a fairly predictable path. You bought yo...

Does Your Home & Contents Insurance Hold Up When You Are On Holiday?

The holiday season is almost here. While you're busy booking flights and planning days out, there's ...

Don’t Let Probate Eat into Your Family's Inheritance

Nobody likes thinking about what happens when they're gone. But if you have a life insurance policy ...

What Do the Current Rates Mean For You?

With so much happening in the world right now, it can be hard to know what it all means for your mor...

The Great British Affordability Divide: Where Can First-Time Buyers Actually Afford to Buy?

If you've ever dreamed of owning a home but felt priced out of the market, new data from Nationwide ...

Let’s Get Your Protection Up-To-Date

We’ve rounded up our insights on the top reasons to update your critical illness cover, income prot...

Is Your Home Insurance Ready For Summer?

We might be using summer as a helpful prompt to get you organised, because really, all of these poli...

Can You Use Later Life Lending To Turn Your Garden Into A Summer Oasis?

Summer is just around the corner, and we are looking forward to Pimm’s in the garden. A couple of c...

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