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 [...]

Falling rates, new deals: Is it time to act?

2025-09-02T12:01:24+00:00August 29th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, Further advance, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Remortgage|

If you're a homeowner or looking to get onto the property ladder or you are looking to remortgage, you’ve likely been keeping an eye on the headlines. And with good reason! Over the past year, the UK mortgage market has faced changing interest rates, shifting affordability criteria, and increased scrutiny from lenders. But [...]

How to make the most of your home in retirement

2025-07-28T09:33:26+00:00July 28th, 2025|Financial Tips, General tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage|

For many people approaching or already in retirement, your home isn’t just where you live, it’s also one of your most valuable financial assets. Whether you’re looking to top up your pension, help family members, renovate, or simply enjoy more financial freedom, accessing the equity tied up in your property can be a [...]

From renting to retirement: How your insurance needs change through life

2025-07-28T09:31:47+00:00July 28th, 2025|Buildings & contents insurance, Critical illness cover, Family finances, Financial Tips, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Insurance, Life insurance, Private medical insurance, renting, renting|

As your lifestyle evolves, so do the risks you face. Your insurance cover should adapt to reflect that. While some policies are easy to set and forget, the reality is that regular reviews are crucial to ensure you’re properly protected at every stage of life. We can manage all this for you, so [...]

Looking for a new mortgage? Here’s how to prepare

2025-07-28T13:03:56+00:00July 28th, 2025|Family finances, Financial Tips, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Product transfer, Remortgage|

Are you looking for a new mortgage? How organised are you? Let’s go through some of the key criteria and get your chances looking nice and healthy! From first-time buyers to those remortgaging, and everything in between. Every lender has its own method to decide whether it wants to lend to [...]

2025 market trends so far

2025-07-28T10:35:10+00:00July 28th, 2025|Family finances, Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Insurance, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage|

It’s been a busy year in the finance world! Have you been reading along? We’d thought we’d break down a few changes. Here’s an overview of the current trends in mortgages, protection, insurance, and later-life lending so far: Mortgages Firstly, we are seeing lots of changes in rates and deals. Mostly [...]

Take control: Build financial strength and stability

2025-06-17T14:22:12+00:00June 17th, 2025|Family finances, Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Insurance|

Your Money, Your Safety Net Life can be unpredictable. Whether it's a sudden job loss, an illness, or a big, unexpected expense, being financially resilient means you're ready to weather the storm. The best part? A lot of these you can ‘set and forget’, meaning with a budget in place, you can enjoy [...]

Need Extra Funds? Here’s How to Access Capital

2025-06-17T14:18:25+00:00June 17th, 2025|Financial Tips, General tips, Lifetime (equity release), Remortgage, Secured loan (second charge)|

Are you looking to take a dream holiday this summer? Or do you have plans to get the garden ready to enjoy the sun? Whether you want to renovate your home, support your family, or manage debts, there are several ways to release money from your property. This fact sheet breaks down three [...]

UK stamp duty changes 2025: What homebuyers need to know

2025-06-18T09:54:23+00:00June 17th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Mortgage, Remortgage, Self-employed|

If you're planning to buy property in England or Northern Ireland, there’s some big news you should know about. As of April 1, 2025, the temporary Stamp Duty relief introduced back in 2022 has officially ended, and several major changes are now in effect. For a while, buyers enjoyed higher tax-free thresholds, which [...]

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 [...]