Autumn Budget 2025: What homeowners and buyers should know

2025-12-02T15:22:40+00:00December 2nd, 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. The good news first: Stamp Duty remains unchanged for main-residence buyers. The government reaffirmed its commitment [...]

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 [...]

Are you properly insured? 7 steps to check your policies today

2025-10-20T11:25:59+00:00October 20th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Mortgage, renting, renting|

Regularly reviewing your insurance policies ensures your cover remains accurate and current.As circumstances change — such as income, property value, dependents, or lifestyle — your insurance needs may shift too. A periodic review helps you: Identify gaps in coverage Prevent over- or under-insuring Confirm that premiums and benefits still offer good value for [...]

Are you remortgaging in 2026? Here’s how to save money and stress

2025-10-29T16:40:13+00:00October 20th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Mortgage, renting, renting|

Refinancing a mortgage isn’t always as simple as finding a lower rate. Changing incomes, property values, and tighter lending rules can all create barriers that make remortgaging more complex than expected. With many fixed-rate and introductory loans coming to an end in 2026, now is the perfect time to review your options and [...]

Smart ways to save big before the holiday spending hits

2025-09-29T09:15:36+00:00September 29th, 2025|Financial Tips, First time buyer, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Mortgage, renting, renting|

Zero to £10K! Let’s set a goal of saving £10,000. But first, ask yourself: where’s your money going instead of your savings? £5 coffee every day: £1,825 per year £50 takeaway per week: £2,704 per year £65 per month subscription: £780 per year That’s a lot of money that could be heading straight [...]

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 [...]

Unlock extra benefits with your health insurance

2024-11-20T16:25:33+00:00November 20th, 2024|Family finances, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Remortgage, renting, renting|

Let’s create a bespoke health insurance policy – just for you! Did you know that using an advisor like us that you trust (rather than a comparison site) means we can offer real advice? Without all the confusing language and policies that don’t make sense. Plus, unlike a comparison website, we won’t hound you [...]

Myth-busting mortgage hurdles

2024-11-21T15:36:56+00:00November 20th, 2024|Family finances, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Remortgage, renting, renting|

Here are common mortgage myths debunked to help you navigate the home-buying process confidently. Chat with us to go into these in detail and for advice specific to your circumstances. Myth: You Need a Huge Deposit (at least 20%) Reality: While a larger deposit can get you better rates, many mortgages are available with [...]

Let’s get you on the property ladder with these tips!

2024-10-23T15:36:38+00:00October 22nd, 2024|Family finances, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Remortgage, renting, renting|

We can help you get on the property ladder. Feel free to call us today to see what we can do for you. Here are some handy tips to keep in mind! Assessing your financial readiness for homeownership An overview to evaluate your savings and credit score. Plus, create a monthly budget to determine [...]

Are you looking to pay off your mortgage for retirement?

2024-10-23T15:25:14+00:00October 22nd, 2024|Family finances, First time buyer, Further advance, General tips, Holiday saving tips, Lifetime (equity release), Mortgage, Remortgage, renting, renting|

Should you use equity release to pay off your mortgage? Are your repayments stopping you from saving more for retirement? Using the equity in the property can secure a comfortable retirement. You are essentially taking value from your house to pay off the mortgage. And if you plan on staying in the house for [...]