Are Your Savings Working For You?

Are Your Savings Working For You?

Recent times have seen a dramatic rise in interest rates, and we’ve all seen the impact on monthly mortgage payments as a result, but what’s less publicised is how your savings could now be working harder for you. We take a look at some tips on how to make the…
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Spring Budget Special

Spring Budget Special

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has unveiled his Spring statement today, outlining the government's tax and spending plans for the year ahead. We wanted to provide you with a summary of the most notable points that were made in the speech. Tax and Income SupportNational Insurance, a payroll tax, will…
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Spring Sales: Get Your Home to Market

Spring Sales: Get Your Home to Market

With days getting longer, and a certain something in the air – Springtime has been proven to be the best time to sell a home. We look at a few quick tips on how to seize the moment and get your home ready for sale. Why is Spring so popular?According to…
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Planning Your Next Move? Our Handy Checklist Has You Covered

Planning Your Next Move? Our Handy Checklist Has You Covered

Moving home is a significant life event, and ensuring a smooth transition requires attention to detail and meticulous planning. If you’re thinking of moving, we’ve compiled an extensive checklist to assist during the moving process.1. Career-Related Notifications Employer: Inform them for updated payroll and contact details. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Essential for tax-related…
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Navigating 2024: A Comprehensive Guide for Landlords

Navigating 2024: A Comprehensive Guide for Landlords

2024 promises to be an eventful year for hands-on landlords, with several significant developments on the horizon. The potential progression of the Renters (Reform) Bill through Parliament, a crucial budget release in March, and the likelihood of a General Election are all events that could reshape the landscape of property…
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Is Private Medical Insurance Worth Considering?

Is Private Medical Insurance Worth Considering?

With growing frustration surrounding NHS waiting lists and difficulties accessing care, more individuals are considering private healthcare. In this article, we explore the merits of private health insurance and whether it may be a viable option for you.The Rising Trend of Private HealthcareRecent data from the Private Healthcare Information Network…
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Reduce your Outgoings by Checking the Basics

Reduce your Outgoings by Checking the Basics

Times are hard right now, and if you’re struggling to balance your income against the outgoings, then one action that you can see if you can save money by checking to see if you’re paying too much for utilities each month.Council Tax - You might be able to get money…
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Selling a Home with a Help-to-Buy Equity Loan

Selling a Home with a Help-to-Buy Equity Loan

Launched back in 2013, the Government’s ‘Help-to-Buy’ scheme was designed to help first time buyers get onto the property ladder, through offering an equity loan for up to 20% of a property’s value, interest-free for the first five years1.But a decade on, what happens if you are looking to sell…
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Remortgages: Don’t Just Settle for Your Lender’s Offer

Remortgages: Don’t Just Settle for Your Lender’s Offer

2024 is set to be a busy time for many homeowners, with the initial fixed term periods on mortgages expiring for a lot of clients across the market1, leading to some big decisions being required on remortgaging options. What happens when your initial mortgage period expires? Your initial fixed-term period…
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