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December 2024

Income protection to benefit the whole family

Protection, Homeowners, Wellbeing, Saving Money |

Income protection is a policy that will cover you financially if you can’t work due to sickness, injury, or disability. Did you know that in an ideal world, everyone in the family will benefit from full coverage?

Myth-busting mortgage hurdles

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

Here are common mortgage myths debunked to help you navigate the home-buying process confidently. Chat with us to go into these in detail and for advice specific to your circumstances.

November 2024

Do you need joint life insurance?

Protection, Homeowners, Wellbeing, Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages |

Have you ever wondered whether you and your partner should be on one single life insurance policy? Or should you each have your own? In this article, we go into joint life insurance options.

A look at the new renter’s reform bill and buy-to-let mortgages

Mortgage tips, Buy to Let, Homeowners |

The government recently published the Renters Rights Bill to Parliament. Here are some of the proposed new rules :

2024 Autumn Budget

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages, Homeowners |

Let’s go through one of the biggest tax-raising Budgets in history. With the new government underway, our current Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the 2024 Autumn Budget set to increase taxes by £40 billion—we haven’t seen one this big for over twenty years! There is a lot to discuss.

October 2024

Take the worry out of insurance with a broker

Home Insurance, Protection, Saving Money, Homeowners, Wellbeing |

An insurance broker is a professional ‘middle-person’ working independently. The benefits are almost endless. The main one is that you no longer have to deal with insurance companies! Think about the time savings and risk management advice. Plus, personalised service you'll receive…

Use Equity Release to get your house ready for winter

Equity Release, Homeowners |

With winter approaching, are you asking whether your home needs a toasty update? If you are over 55, using equity in your home could be an option. Using our tips, you could keep your house warmer. And save on energy bills! It’s a win-win. We go through some simple changes you can make to your home to keep it warmer. And equity release plans you might be able to use.

Update: Bank of England base rate

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages, Equity Release, Homeowners |

In August, The Bank of England cut interest rates to 5% from 5.25%. The first drop in rates since the first Covid lockdown in March 2020. September announced a hold at 5% too. This will affect millions of people's mortgage, credit card, and savings rates. But borrowing costs are still high.

September 2024

A couple months on, we reflect what could the recent election change mean for you

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages, Homeowners |

As we all know, predicting which election promises will become reality is no easy task! However, we’ve outlined a few pointers to help you understand how the new government might bring changes that could affect you.

Did you know you can use equity release for private school fees?

Equity Release, Mortgage tips, Saving Money, Homeowners |

Have you been saving and working hard to provide your children or grandchildren with the best education, only to find that fees have risen? Sound familiar? Did you know you can use equity release for private school fees? We’ve outlined three types of mortgages that suit homeowners with different needs. Once you’ve read through them, get in touch for a detailed plan on accessing equity release.

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2026 Insurance Update

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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Later Life Lending?

In recent years, it has shifted from a "last resort" financial product to a strategic, mainstream pl...

From First-Time Buyers to Remortgagers, What New Products Are Out There for You?

It’s a busy time for changes in the mortgage world. Are you up to date? We are seeing lots of excit...

Gifting A First-Time Buyer? Maybe Equity Release Will Help

You might have heard of equity release, but did you know it’s a practical and increasingly common w...

Why Protecting Income Matters More Than Ever

We read something shocking recently. Recent figures show that around 40% of UK adults have less than...

What Does the Change In Base Rate Mean for Your Mortgage In 2026?

As of early 2026, the base rate has been cut to around 3.75%. It’s the lowest it’s been in nearly ...

Is Your Protection Still Fit for Purpose? January is the Time to Review Income & Life Cover

January is often when people take a step back and look at their finances with fresh eyes. Once the f...

Autumn Budget 2025: What Homeowners and Buyers Should Know

Delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 26th November, the 2025 Autumn Budget brings a mix of new c...

Take The Stress Of Christmas With Equity Release

The festive season can be magical. But honestly, we are speaking to so many of our clients, and the ...

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