Is Your Mortgage Deal Ending in Early 2026? Why Now Is the Time to Act
Homeowners whose fixed-rate mortgage deals expire in early 2026 are being urged to start planning ahead, as a new wave of rate rises and higher payments could be on the horizon. UK
Thousands of Landlords to Face Quarterly Tax Reporting Under New HMRC Rules
Landlords across Britain are being warned to prepare for a major tax shake-up that will affect thousands from April 2026. Under new HMRC rules, many property owners will soon have to report
Young Homeowners Risk Losing Homes as Thousands Remain Unprotected
Thousands of young homeowners are putting themselves at risk of losing their homes because many have no insurance cover to protect against life’s unexpected shocks. New research has revealed that a large
More Lenders Slash Income Barriers for Bigger Mortgages as First-Time Buyers Get a Boost
First-time buyers across the country are set to benefit as a growing number of high street lenders follow Skipton Building Society’s lead in lowering the income required to borrow more against your
Home Insurance and Emergency Cover: Are You Protected for Summer Risks?
Summer should be a season of rest, sunshine and barbecues rather than worry about your home. Yet the warm months can bring specific risks that many homeowners overlook. Leaving windows open, hosting
What First-Time Buyers Need to Know This Summer And How to Be Prepared
Summer 2025 presents a rare opportunity for first-time buyers. Lenders are reintroducing 100 % mortgages, increasing income multiples, and easing affordability tests. While this may help those struggling to save for a deposit,
Simple Summer Projects That Could Add Thousands to Your Home’s Value
Summer is the perfect time to tackle those home improvements you have been putting off. But instead of just ticking off a list of repairs, why not focus on the projects that
Why You Should Speak to an Adviser When Your Mortgage Deal Ends
When your fixed-rate mortgage deal comes to an end, it might feel easiest to stay with your current lender. After all, they know you, they already have your details, and they might
What Landlords Need to Know About the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Renters’ Rights Bill is expected to become law this year and will introduce significant reforms to the private rented sector in England. The changes are designed to improve tenant rights and
Could This 100% Mortgage Help Your Kids Buy a Home Without a Deposit?
If you have children or grandchildren stuck renting, watching house prices rise, and struggling to scrape together a deposit, there might be some long-awaited good news. A new No Deposit Mortgage from
Housing Market Update: Average Asking Prices Reach Record High This Spring
The UK property market has made a confident start to spring, with the average asking price of a home reaching a new record high. This comes despite the end of the temporary
Buying a Home in 2025? Here’s How Stamp Duty Has Changed
If you’re planning to buy a home in England or Northern Ireland this year, there’s an important update you should know — stamp duty has increased. From 1 April 2025, the government
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