Spring is finally with us, and with thoughts turning to holidays, it’s important that we don’t just walk out of the door with the buckets

There are a number of reasons why you may wish to remortgage, however it’s always worthwhile seeking advice to check whether the mortgage you hold

Spring is a great time for moving home, however property viewings can be an overwhelming experience, so we’ve a few top tips to help you

Missing just a couple of payments can have pretty serious consequences, but what exactly happens? A shortfall equivalent to two or more months’ repayments means

It’s getting to that time of year when the weather is starting to improve, Spring is in the air and you may be thinking about

Generally in life, if you’re struggling with something, the best thing you can do is talk to someone. The same can also be recommended if

Have you ever lost a purse or wallet, or worse still, had one stolen? It can happen to anyone and is more common than you

If you have ever been in a position where something you have bought or a service you have experienced was not up to the standard

Are you happy with your current mortgage? If so, then that’s excellent news. However, if it’s been a long time since your mortgage was last

At a time when mortgages are in the spotlight, or because of the difficulties around being able to afford a mortgage as a first-time buyer,

With the Bank of England Base Rate still going up, it looks odd to see mortgage rates coming down when logic dictates that they should

If you are thinking of selling your home, there is an important list of ‘to-do’s that should be followed to ensure that you get the

With the long dark nights and cold temperatures biting, we share a range of seasonal tips to help keep your home on top form until

With the Cost-of-living crisis hitting all UK residents, one segment of those affected are those retired on a state pension. With a fixed income, they

Last year, we highlighted the issue of fraud and talked about the importance of keeping you and your loved ones safe from fraud and other

With rising prices across the board, any opportunity to save money is worth looking at, especially when it comes to travel. This month, we look

The cost-of-living crisis means that Christmas may have to look a little different for many people this year, but the good news is that a

Most of us have one or more credit cards, and if used properly, can be a very helpful tool. Making payments on time every month

Wholesale gas prices have fallen but it might not to be reflected in your household bills just yet. When gas prices rose earlier this year,

We have talked in the past about the importance of keeping you and your loved ones safe from fraud and other financial scams. Recently, UK

To add to the challenges we all face due to the rise in the cost of living, the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) is warning people

In the current economic conditions, it makes sense to look at the actions we can take to improve our homes’ heatproofing. With the nights drawing

We are all having to cope with rising costs and at a time when every penny seems to be accounted for to pay for food,

The news about increasing energy costs is understandably dominating the personal finance pages and has its roots in the conflict in Ukraine which has seen

Although the media has been reporting some negative changes in the mortgage market, there are plenty of products available, and options out there to suit

One of the key questions that is frequently asked by many, is why are UK house prices reaching such high levels, with soaring increases seen

Predictions of a tough winter with rising fuel costs are at the front of many people’s minds, but especially the elderly. Energy bills are due

Government figures show that the popularity of smart meters is growing and that they now make up 50% of all energy meters in the UK1.

We have all witnessed the rise in house prices in recent times, affecting so many people, not only those currently renting and first-time buyers, but

If the existing price rises weren’t already enough, the average British household energy bill is estimated to surge above £5,000 per year in 2023, according

At the beginning of August, the mortgage industry regulator, The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), published a statement estimating that there are approximately 370,000 borrowers who

If you have a freshly-minted university undergraduate in the family who is probably leaving home for the first time, there is much to look forward

Homeowners, along with those trying to get on the property ladder, will already be tuned into the debate over whether house prices will continue to

There is an old saying about not throwing the baby out with the bathwater  – unknowingly getting rid of something valuable while disposing of items

With UK interest rates rising in recent months, the impact on mortgage rates is already being felt across the country as short term and fixed

In a perfect world, should aspiring homeowners or next time buyers buy an existing property, or opt for a new build? Much depends on location,

As the cost of living rises and incomes remain obstinately flat1, it is increasingly tempting to spread the cost of goods over a period of

Interest rates have not been a real topic of conversation for over twelve years. A generation has grown up not having to think that the

If you were looking for a property to purchase today, would you be more interested in something you could do up or a dwelling that

With all the disruption at UK airports that has taken place in recent weeks1, with cancelled flights and ruined holidays and the main holiday period

The Bank of England has raised the base interest rate to 1.25%. In general, the current cost of living crisis has added some uncertainty to

Do you know how to access your credit score or the ways it can affect your access to finance of all kinds? Whenever applying for

According to data from RightMove1, Spring is officially the best time to get your property on the market, representing a lull between the busy Christmas

Could your family pay the mortgage should the worst happen or if you are sick or disabled and unable to work? Lenders will try and

Mortgages are becoming more expensive and while those with fixed rates can feel relieved, the simple truth is that as inflation rises and continues to

In light of the announcement today that the Bank of England has increased interest rates to 1.00%*, we wanted to write to you to explain

Considering a remortgage to fund home improvements? As we move deeper into Spring, the weather is becoming more pleasant and many of us will be

“Inheritance Tax is something only ‘rich’ people have to pay”, may be the response most people would make and yet it might be closer to