There's a lot of noise around Later Life Lending — headlines about rates, regulation, and market data. But behind every number is a real person making a real decision about their home and their family. The Equity Release Council keeps a case study archive [1] of stories shared by real customers through their [...]
Did you know most families are one crisis away from financial hardship? Unfortunately, there are some devastating numbers out there. A parent of children under 18 dies every 20 minutes in the UK, equating to around 127 children newly bereaved of a parent every day. We couldn’t believe these statistics, and we just [...]
How putting your life insurance in trust could save your loved ones time, stress, and a hefty tax bill 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 [...]
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 [...]
UK Mortgage & Interest Rate Update (May 2026) 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, [...]
Are You Looking in the Wrong Postcode? 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. A Country of Contrasts Nationwide's 2026 Local Area Affordability Report reveals a Britain [...]
A Summer Health Check As the days get longer and activity levels rise, Summer is a natural time to take stock of your health cover. With NHS waiting lists still affecting millions of patients across England, more people are turning to private medical insurance (PMI) to access faster diagnosis and treatment. If you're [...]
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 clients have asked us if they can use Later Life Lending to spruce up their alfresco dining this Summer… It’s [...]
The UK Mortgage Market: A Summer 2026 Update After some turbulent years, the UK mortgage market is showing signs of maturity and resilience. For borrowers who plan, there are genuine opportunities. As your trusted broker, we are here to help every step of the way. We’ve researched and spoken to industry professionals to [...]
A note from your financial adviser First, I just want to say, if you're going through this, I'm sorry. Divorce at any age is hard. But when it happens later in life, it comes with a particular kind of weight. You've built something together over decades, and now you're facing the task [...]
