First-time buyers reach record numbers in 2024 – Halifax
2024 saw a rise in first-time buyers with 341,068 people stepping onto the property ladder, a 19% increase compared to…
House prices here rose by over 6%
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported UK house prices increased by an average of £10,000 in the year to…
Bank of England cuts base rate to 4.50%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to lower the base rate by 0.25% to 4.50%. This follows the Monetary…
Self-employed mortgage applicants give seal of approval to brokers
The vast majority of self-employed mortgage applicants have given the thumbs up to using a broker to help them finance…
Understanding the 2025 Stamp Duty Changes
In April 2025, significant changes to the UK’s Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) are set to take effect, impacting homebuyers…
New House Insurance Options Available
Is your home insurance due to renew? Please don’t just auto-renew—new insurers have now joined our panel, offering better deals…
Thank You & Happy Christmas
As 2024 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank you. Whether it’s your first mortgage…
Bank of England governor expects FOUR interest rate cuts next year
The governor of the Bank of England says there are likely to be four interest rate cuts next year as…
Income Protection Insurance: Why It’s Important and Why Many Overlook It
Life is full of uncertainties. Health issues, accidents, or unforeseen events can suddenly disrupt our ability to work and earn…
House prices: What’s behind the ‘surprise’ surge in November?
House prices have increased by 3.7% in the last year according to Nationwide, which described this type of growth as…