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March 2025

Is equity release available for the self-employed?

Equity Release, Homeowners |

Are you self-employed, retired, or unemployed and looking for equity release? Are you wondering if you are eligible? The short answer is yes! As you will need an advisor for equity release, we can go through all the details. Depending on your situation, it may get a little complicated. But we are here to help!

Why income protection & critical illness cover are extra important for the self-employed

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

If you're self-employed in the UK, income protection and critical illness cover are extra critical. You don’t have the safety nets that employees do. Like statutory sick pay (SSP), employer sick leave, or workplace health benefits. But of course, no matter your employment status, income protection and critical illness cover add extra support when you need it most.

Do you need extra building and content insurance policies in place if you work from home?

Home Insurance |

Maybe you've spent a bit of time putting together your business. Now everything is going well, you wouldn't want something unexpected to get in the way? This is where insurance can help. Of course, we are big believers in setting up these support systems.

Can I get a mortgage if I’m self-employed? Plus other commonly asked employment questions

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

Work habits in the UK continue to evolve and change. And so, the mortgage industry is addressing concerns from the self-employed. Guess what? Did you know you can get a mortgage if you are self-employed? You may just need to get some extra steps in place. But we are here to help and get you ready for homeownership!

February 2025

Health Insurance and Buying a New Home: Why They Go Hand in Hand

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Homeowners, Wellbeing |

Buying a new home is an exciting milestone but also a significant financial commitment. While health insurance may not seem directly related, it plays a crucial role in safeguarding your finances and supporting your ability to maintain your home. AKA, if you look after yourself, you can look after all the rest of life. Here’s why health insurance and buying a new home go hand in hand:

Selling this spring? Top tips to get your house ready for sale!

Home Movers, Homeowners |

Firstly, let’s ask, how does your house look from the street? First impressions are so important when it comes to selling your home. Does the garden need work? The hedges trimmed? Or grass mowed? Either pull out your gardening gloves or call in some help. This is a big one that helps enhance the value of your home. Perhaps you could add a colourful garden (set to bloom in time for spring!).

What insurance do you need to buy a home?

Home Movers, First Time Buyers |

Are you buying a home in 2025? You’ve sorted out your finances, found the perfect home to buy, and now all you need to do is move in? Don’t forget insurance as the last step! We are here to help — call us today to get all your insurance in order before you commit to buy.

Protecting Your Family’s Financial Security with Life Insurance

Home Movers, First Time Buyers, Remortgages |

When you buy a new home, you're often making one of the largest financial commitments of your life. At this exciting time, let us look after the details for income protection. We’ll get your policy in place to look after you when you need it most.

Can I use equity release to buy a new home?

Home Movers, Equity Release, Mortgage tips, Homeowners |

Whether you are looking to purchase a new home to move into or purchase a property for a family member, we can explore your equity release options to see if it’s affordable for you. Did you know you could release equity to buy another property? Contact us via email or phone to get started, and we’ll start the process. Let’s dive into what’s involved!

Get prepared now for a big remortgage opportunity in 2025!

Remortgages, Mortgage tips |

In 2025, there is a massive remortgage opportunity. Are you one of the 1.8 million mortgage borrowers coming to the end of their fixed-rate mortgages over the next twelve months? Whether you’ve been on a two-year or five-year fixed-rate deal, things might look very different financially, as we’ve had a lot of change!

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