27 Mar 2025
Spring Statement 2025: What You Need to Know

Spring Statement 2025: What You Need to Know

Economy, Mortgage
 Spring Statement 2025: What You Need to Know Yesterday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her first Spring Statement, setting out the government’s latest plans for the economy, public services, housing and more. With a focus on stability, growth and long-term reform, the statement outlined key changes that could affect everything from…
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05 Dec 2024
Does Your Mortgage Deal Still Fit Your Needs?

Does Your Mortgage Deal Still Fit Your Needs?

Economy, Mortgage
Are you on the mortgage deal that fits your current circumstances? In today’s ever-changing financial landscape, it’s easy for mortgage deals to become outdated before you know it, and increasingly important to be aware of what’s out there that could be of interest to you.Mortgage advice at your fingertipsWe’re here…
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07 Nov 2024
The Bank of England Reduces Interest Rates to 4.75%

The Bank of England Reduces Interest Rates to 4.75%

Economy, Mortgage
TheBank of England has announced that interest rates are to be reduced again, this time going down to 4.75%1. This is the second reduction in interest rates in recent times, following a long period of interest rate rises, where they peaked at a 16-year high of 5.25%.2 What could the…
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31 Oct 2024
Budget Announcement

Budget Announcement

Economy, Tips
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered Labour’s first Budget since 2010, after the party’s return to power in July’s general election.We wanted to provide you with a summary of the most notable points that were made in yesterday’s speech.Personal taxesFreeze on income tax and National Insurance thresholds to end in 2028,…
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18 Apr 2024
Pocket Money Budgeting for the Future

Pocket Money Budgeting for the Future

Economy, Tips
A Cambridge University study once found that a person’s financial habits were established by the age of just 7, so we look at some ways that could get kids off to a flying start1.Pocket money savingIn days past, it was likely that most children were granted pocket money each week…
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11 Apr 2024
Attendance Allowance: Support for Those Receiving Care

Attendance Allowance: Support for Those Receiving Care

Economy, Tips
If you have an elderly family member or someone you know who is in receipt of the state pension, it’s worth checking to see if they are eligible for the Attendance Allowance. With the current high cost of living, it makes sense to be aware of what existing benefits already…
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21 Mar 2024
Home Extensions: Where To Start?

Home Extensions: Where To Start?

Economy, Tips
If you and your family are thinking of needing extra space – the natural thought can be to simply search for a new property. However, with the turbulent housing market and rising cost of mortgages – one answer might be right under your feet.Adding Value to Your HomeNot only can…
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15 Mar 2024
Are Your Savings Working For You?

Are Your Savings Working For You?

Economy, Tips
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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07 Mar 2024
Spring Budget Special

Spring Budget Special

Economy, Tips
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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