Small insurance tweaks that can improve your budget

2025-12-22T14:29:43+00:00December 22nd, 2025|Accident, sickness and unemployment insurance, Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Family finances, Financial Tips, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Income protection, Life insurance, Mortgage payment protection insurance, Private medical insurance|

January is a natural time to get organised. Budgets are under review, paperwork is being sorted, and many people are looking for ways to rebalance monthly spending. One area that often benefits from a quick check at this time of year is general insurance. Particularly, home, contents and car cover. Why [...]

Why skipping life cover could be the biggest risk you take

2025-09-29T08:32:24+00:00September 29th, 2025|Financial Tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Mortgage payment protection insurance|

Life is unpredictable, and the thought of what would happen to your loved ones if you were no longer around can be a source of real anxiety. Recent research highlights just how widespread these worries are across the UK. The study found that a significant number of adults often think about the financial [...]

Not all Income Protection is equal – Here’s why

2025-06-17T14:16:02+00:00June 17th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Financial Tips, General tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Mortgage payment protection insurance, Private medical insurance|

Life can be unpredictable, and depending on your line of work, if illness or injury stops you from working, your income can change overnight. That’s where income protection insurance comes in. Offering a financial safety net when you need it most. We are specialised in helping people with income protection. We’re here to [...]

Don’t let a bargain policy leave you uncovered

2025-06-17T14:13:13+00:00June 17th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Financial Tips, General tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Mortgage payment protection insurance, Private medical insurance|

When it comes to buying insurance, whether for your car, home, health, or income, it’s tempting to focus on price. After all, who doesn’t want to save money? But while a cheaper premium may look appealing upfront, it could cost you far more in the long run. if the policy doesn’t do what [...]

Maximise the value of your adviser: What you should be asking

2025-06-03T14:25:37+00:00May 19th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Mortgage, Mortgage payment protection insurance, Private medical insurance, Remortgage, Self-employed|

Did you know that an advisor (that’s us!) is here to help you? We are knowledgeable in so many aspects, from mortgages and insurance to protection products. Just ask us and let’s see how we can help. Problem solving: That's what we're all about. Let us help you get the most from your [...]

Use equity release to get your house ready for winter

2024-09-24T15:37:30+00:00September 24th, 2024|Family finances, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Mortgage payment protection insurance|

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 [...]

A guide to government-backed schemes for first-time buyers

2023-02-13T11:20:39+00:00February 9th, 2023|Mortgage, Mortgage payment protection insurance|

First-time homebuyers may find it difficult to secure a mortgage due to the high cost of a deposit. However, there are several government-backed schemes available to help first-time buyers purchase a property. The Help to Buy Scheme, which was launched in 2013 and allowed first-time buyers to purchase a property with just a 5% [...]

Mortgage Life Insurance Decreasing Term vs Level Term

2023-01-23T12:54:11+00:00January 23rd, 2023|Mortgage, Mortgage payment protection insurance|

What is mortgage life insurance? When we think about life insurance, we typically think of the large cash pay outs should the worst happen, but a mortgage life insurance product is created specifically to cover the outstanding mortgage should those events unfold. The aim of a mortgage insurance product is to provide reassurance that [...]

Is insurance a necessity or a luxury?

2021-12-15T14:33:48+00:00June 2nd, 2021|Critical illness cover, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Mortgage payment protection insurance|

"Insurance" wears many faces, from pet insurance to mortgage protection, but how necessary is it to insure our valuables and essentials? Some may view insurances as luxury expenses, to add only if you have enough disposable income to play with, but what if the worst should happen? According to the Association of British Insurers* [...]