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5 useful options that could protect family wealth while using equity release

Your home may be one of your largest assets. However, the wealth tied up in your property is...

How to navigate the mortgage market to find the right deal for you

The number of mortgage deals available has reached its highest level since October 2007, according...

Smart tips that could help first-time buyers pay off their mortgage quicker

The amount borrowed by the average first-time buyer has reached a record high as loosened...

Solo property buyers are on the rise. Here’s how you could do it

While purchasing a home with a partner or co-buyer might seem more manageable, doing it solo is...

Homeowners opt for flexibility over a “forever home”

The concept of a “forever home” is less important to younger homeowners, research from Zoopla...

What is the bank rate, and how it could affect your mortgage?

When you take out a mortgage, you pay interest on the amount you borrow, and the bank rate set by...

4 key Budget announcements that could affect landlords

From introducing a “mansion tax” to creating a separate tax for property income, the November...

Explained: What the “mansion tax” means for homeowners

After much speculation that the chancellor would announce an additional property tax, the new...

5 practical tips when you’re buying your last home

While you might have experience of buying property when you’re searching for the home you intend...

5 practical tips that could help you become mortgage-free sooner

Becoming mortgage-free is a dream for many people. According to IFA Magazine (15.10.2025), one in...

7 factors mortgage lenders review when assessing your application

Submitting your mortgage application can be stressful. If the lender rejects your application, it...

How to overcome your fear of rejection to apply for a mortgage

Applying for a mortgage for the first time can be daunting. It’s a huge financial commitment, and...

The Bank of England is predicted to cut interest rates in 2026

The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to make several cuts to the base interest rate in 2026. The...

The 5 essential decisions you need to make when taking out a new mortgage

When you’re searching for a new mortgage, it can feel like you’re faced with an overwhelming...

5 ways to use your property wealth to help first-time buyers

As property prices have risen at a faster pace than wages over the last few years, first-time...

How the Labour government could change Stamp Duty in the Autumn Budget

On 26 November, the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will deliver the government’s Autumn Budget,...

4 things to consider when deciding your mortgage term

When you’re taking out a mortgage, you can choose the period you want to repay the loan over....

The essentials you need to know if you’re considering gifting your home to your children

Your home is likely to be one of the largest assets you own. Indeed, according to the Halifax House...

4 ways homeowners could benefit from rising house prices

Since 2020, 8 in 10 UK homes have increased in value by more than 5%, with an average rise of...

Don’t have a will? Here’s how your estate would be distributed under intestacy rules

A June 2025 article by Today’s Wills & Probate revealed a 25% rise in people dying without a...

How a mortgage adviser could help you secure a buy-to-let mortgage

Investing in property can be an exciting opportunity. It might provide you with a regular income...

Explained: How remortgaging works and why it’s important

Remortgaging is a task most homeowners will do at some point. Yet, it can seem complex or something...

Taken out a new mortgage? Don’t forget to review your financial protection

Taking out a new mortgage deal could represent a shift in your financial commitments. So, reviewing...

6 reasons why your mortgage application could be rejected

For many in the UK, owning a home remains a major life goal. Indeed, a survey presented by the...

Financial protection: How it could help you bridge an income gap

You don’t know what’s around the corner, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare for it.A...

The pros and cons of borrowing more through your mortgage

Looking for a way to fund a large expense? Whether you want to make home improvements or buy a new...

Your options if your interest-only mortgage ends soon

An interest-only mortgage could help you manage your budget more effectively, but it can also...

5 top tips for securing a mortgage

Applying for a mortgage, whether you’re buying your first home or remortgaging, can feel like a...

3 ways your property could be taxed as a homeowner

The UK property market has been a source of frustration, and the Labour government has identified...