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Autumn Budget 2025 - Winners and Losers
It’s fair to say that the Autumn Budget 2025 has been anxiously anticipated by British taxpayers and businesses alike, with a large amount of media coverage prior concerned with the Labour government’s reported "fiscal black hole.” This debt is estimated to stand between the range of £20bn to £40bn, and Reeves was predicted by experts to implement a combination of tax increases and spending reductions to meet targets. Reeves' last announcement, the 2025 Spring Statement, in
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Autumn Budget 2025: Predictions What might change, and what to do now
The Chancellor will deliver the Autumn Budget on Wednesday 26 November 2025. This is expected to be the government’s first major fiscal event focused on “an economy not working well enough for working people”. With borrowing pressures still high, you should be prepared for targeted tax rises and a few surprises. Big-ticket predictions we’re watching 1) Tax rises to tackle the deficit · Stealth over headline hikes Independent analysis points toward ‘stealth’ rather t
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Nov 54 min read


Stamp Duty relief is changing – what first-time buyers need to know
If you’re a first-time buyer, there are two words that you might not be familiar with – stamp duty. When you are thinking about buying...
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Dec 13, 20243 min read


Stamp Duty relief not extended for buyers – what you need to know before rules change
In Labour’s first Budget since taking office, the Chancellor announced her plans to fix the so-called ‘black hole’ in the UK’s public...
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Nov 12, 20242 min read


Autumn Budget 2024: Winners and Losers
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves outlined the Government’s financial plans for the next five years. The measures, which will...
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Nov 12, 20244 min read


Here's how financial protection can offer security for parents
Here's how financial protection can offer security for parents Serious illness can place immense stress on our families. The cost of...
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Jun 25, 20244 min read


Weathering the Storm: Understanding Home Insurance Coverage for Adverse Weather
Extreme weather events and powerful storms are becoming more frequent and intense in the UK. Homeowners may be increasingly concerned...
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May 22, 20242 min read


How to improve your chances of passing a mortgage affordability assessment
Getting on the housing ladder can feel like one of the hardest and longest processes in the world and the cost of living crisis is...
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Nov 23, 20232 min read


4 Practical steps to take if you're struggling to pay your mortgage
To tackle persistent inflation, the Bank of England (BoE) has increased the base interest rate 14 times since December 2021. As of...
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Nov 2, 20233 min read


Cancelling your financial protection during the current cost of living crisis could be a bad idea
While the cost of living crisis may be putting a strain on your finances, read why cancelling your financial protection could be a...
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Oct 26, 20234 min read


Should I get an interest-only mortgage?
If you’re about to come off a fixed rate mortgage, then you could be forgiven for wondering what’s in store for you. Until relatively...
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Oct 12, 20232 min read


The pros and cons of downsizing
Downsizing could mean lower overheads as well as the extra cash from the sale of your home. But there are factors to consider before you...
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Sep 21, 20233 min read


Can your energy efficient home help save money on your mortgage?
Have you ever heard of a green mortgage? They’re steadily becoming a popular option for property owners, as many lenders are adding them...
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Sep 14, 20232 min read


Worried about mortgage lenders withdrawing their products and deals?
Worried about mortgage lenders withdrawing their products and deals? The mortgage market is going through another unpredictable time with...
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Jun 17, 20231 min read


Self-employed protection
Being self-employed can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice, allowing freedom to work to your terms and pursuing passions....

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Jun 2, 20232 min read


Busting remortgaging myths. Your circumstances have changed – will you be able to remortgage?
We all know life doesn’t stay the same. Our jobs, our relationships, our financial circumstances, they all evolve over time. So if our...

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May 18, 20233 min read


Considerations for first-time buyers
Being a first-time buyer can be daunting. Not only are you about to make one of the biggest financial decisions in your life, but you’ll...

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Apr 21, 20232 min read


First-time buyers guide to saving for a house deposit
When preparing to buy your first home, saving for a deposit can be a difficult process. As house prices, inflation and the cost of living...

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Apr 14, 20233 min read


The real cost of moving home
Buying a home comes with extra costs and fees you need to be aware of – from securing your mortgage to booking the removal van. Whether...

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Mar 31, 20233 min read


Tips to finding your first home
Searching for your first home can be an overwhelming experience, but when it’s the biggest purchase of your life, you need to ensure that...

Leila Hobart
Mar 24, 20232 min read
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