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Buy-to-Let: The Importance of Understanding Rental Yields
For prospective landlords, understanding the rental yield can be crucial for making informed decisions about the property you intend to purchase and let out.
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The Bank of England Reduces Interest Rates to 5.00%
Good news, the Bank of England has announced that interest rates are to be reduced to 5.00%
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The importance of travel insurance
With prime holiday time, many will have already booked breaks at home or abroad. With prices of holidays rising, it makes sense to insure your holiday so that you are not out of pocket should the unexpected happen.
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Easy Store Credit – the Sting in the Tail
Wherever you go on the high street or online, you will see ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ (BNPL) schemes advertising that you can buy that item you want or need now and pay back the money borrowed, plus interest, over several weeks or months. Some providers add a sweetener by giving the borrower an initial interest free or fee-free period.
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Can I rent out my home on Airbnb if I have a mortgage?
With holiday season in full swing and many of us looking at leaving our homes for a week or two in search of the sun, the thoughts of advertising your home as a holiday-let to make a bit of spare cash may seem quite appealing.
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What to do if you’re dealing with debt
If you are in debt, or have a family member who is, it can be the loneliest place to be and no matter how resilient you are, eventually it will wear you
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Car insurance for new drivers
Have you got someone in the family who’s just a driving test away from qualifying to drive? If you have, you will probably be aware that passing the driving test is not the only barrier to being able to take to the roads alone.
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Clever Storage Solutions to Maximise Space in Your Home
It can often seem like you’re running out of space, no matter how large your home is. We’ve put together a few nifty tips for some neat storage ideas that might work in your property.
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How do you Know if your Savings are Safe?
What happens if the institution that looks after your savings goes bust? While memories of the 2008 banking crisis are receding with each passing year, there will always be a concern that
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Secure your Home for a Stress-Free Summer Holiday
If you have a trip booked this summer, the last thing you want is to worry about your home security while you’re away. You’ve worked hard all year and deserve a well-earned
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How to Save Money When Buying a Home
Buying a home is one of the most significant purchases you’ll ever make. While it’s exciting to imagine your new space, it’s crucial to keep your finances in check. Here are some
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How to Add Value to your Garden
Gardens have long been desirable and known to add value to property, and with the increase in hybrid working in recent years, the desire for outdoor space can make for a key
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