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Stamp Duty relief is changing – what first-time buyers need to know

mark55654

Dec 13, 20243 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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Stamp Duty relief not extended for buyers – what you need to know before rules change

mark55654

Nov 12, 20242 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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mark55654

Nov 12, 20244 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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Here's how financial protection can offer security for parents

mark55654

Jun 25, 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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Weathering the Storm: Understanding Home Insurance Coverage for Adverse Weather

mark55654

May 22, 20242 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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How to improve your chances of passing a mortgage affordability assessment

leila644

Nov 23, 20232 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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4 Practical steps to take if you're struggling to pay your mortgage

leila644

Nov 2, 20233 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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Cancelling your financial protection during the current cost of living crisis could be a bad idea

leila644

Oct 26, 20234 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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leila644

Oct 12, 20232 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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leila644

Sep 21, 20233 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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Can your energy efficient home help save money on your mortgage?

leila644

Sep 14, 20232 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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Worried about mortgage lenders withdrawing their products and deals?

mark55654

Jun 17, 20231 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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Leila Hobart

Jun 2, 20232 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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Busting remortgaging myths. Your circumstances have changed – will you be able to remortgage?

Leila Hobart

May 18, 20233 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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Leila Hobart

Apr 21, 20232 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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First-time buyers guide to saving for a house deposit

Leila Hobart

Apr 14, 20233 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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Leila Hobart

Mar 31, 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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Leila Hobart

Mar 24, 20232 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...

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Five practical ways to protect your money during the cost of living crisis

Leila Hobart

Mar 14, 20233 min read

Five practical ways to protect your money during the cost of living crisis

With inflation at its highest level in 41 years and energy prices skyrocketing, the cost of living crisis has dominated headlines since...

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Leila Hobart

Feb 27, 20231 min read

Why your mortgage term matters

Why your mortgage term matters With increases in the cost of living impacting on many household budgets, the cost of your monthly...

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