New and expensive Christmas gifts? Don’t let gaps in your insurance cost you

2025-12-02T12:51:39+00:00November 26th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Family finances, Financial Tips, General tips, Insurance|

Time for a Festive Insurance Check! It’s that time of year again! Twinkly lights, endless mince pies, and maybe a few exciting new gifts heading your way. Whether it’s a new laptop, an engagement ring, a designer bag, or the latest TV that could double as a cinema screen, one thing’s worth remembering: [...]

Key updates! The budget announcement

2025-12-04T12:52:14+00:00November 17th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Insurance, Mortgage, November budget, Remortgage, renting, renting|

Delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 26th November, the 2025 Autumn Budget brings a mix of new changes. We’ve gone through the details, and here are some changes that you’ll want to keep a close eye on. Taxes & Pensions Income tax thresholds: These will be frozen for an additional three [...]

From gym discounts to apple watches: What your health cover could offer

2025-10-20T11:34:11+00:00October 20th, 2025|Financial Tips, General tips, Insurance, Private medical insurance|

When it comes to health insurance, many people think only about hospital treatment, consultations, or outpatient care. But today’s providers offer far more — from everyday wellbeing support to unexpected perks that can make your life healthier and easier. As your adviser, I want to help you understand not just what’s covered, but [...]

Could your Insurance be outdated for your current life stage?

2025-10-20T11:28:52+00:00October 20th, 2025|Accident, sickness and unemployment insurance, Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Family finances, Financial Tips, General tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance, Private medical insurance|

Understanding how your insurance needs change over time is key to maintaining financial security for yourself and your loved ones. Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, and Income Protection are not “set and forget” products — they need to evolve as your life circumstances change. Here’s a stage-by-stage guide to how coverage requirements typically [...]

Looking for Health Insurance? Let’s talk pre-existing conditions

2025-09-29T08:46:06+00:00September 29th, 2025|Financial Tips, Insurance, PMI, Private medical insurance|

Let’s be honest, insurance can often feel a bit overwhelming when going through the fine print! Whether you’re joining a new policy or transferring from an old one, knowing how medical underwriting works can save you time, stress, and surprises. Understanding how your health cover deals with pre-existing conditions doesn’t have to be [...]

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 [...]

When might an Insurer not pay a claim?

2025-09-29T08:28:24+00:00September 29th, 2025|Accident, sickness and unemployment insurance, Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Family finances, Financial Tips, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance|

We often get asked, when might an insurer not pay a claim? I understand how frustrating it can be when a claim is denied. While insurance is designed to provide financial protection, there are specific circumstances under which a claim may not be paid out. We’ve put together a fact sheet to help [...]

Health insurance perks you probably didn’t know about

2025-08-29T08:45:05+00:00August 29th, 2025|Financial Tips, Insurance, PMI, Private medical insurance, self employed|

When people think of private health insurance, they often picture the big stuff: major surgery, hospital stays, or medical emergencies. But the truth? Many policies offer so much more — everyday benefits that help you stay well, feel better, and take control of your health long before anything becomes urgent. Here are five [...]

Understanding Protection vs Insurance: What’s the difference?

2025-09-02T12:08:49+00:00August 29th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Family finances, Financial Tips, Income protection, Insurance, Life insurance|

You’ve probably heard terms like life insurance or critical illness insurance… but sometimes people call them protection. Are they the same thing? In financial planning, the two words often get used interchangeably — but they’re not quite identical. Here’s a quick overview (and remember, a chat with us will give you tailored advice [...]

Building & Contents Insurance has you back

2025-09-02T12:06:09+00:00August 29th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Financial Tips, Insurance, Mortgage, Remortgage|

When disaster strikes, from a burst pipe, a kitchen fire, or a break-in, you need buildings and contents insurance you can trust to step in. Equally, with September starting the back-to-school season, don’t forget that contents insurance can cover valuable objects, even away from home. Think of buildings insurance as your [...]