The return of the piggybank?
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, fuel and other living costs, it would seem that building an emergency fund would be a little down the list of priorities.
Heatproofing your home
In the current economic conditions, it makes sense to look at the actions we can take to improve our homes’ heatproofing. …..
The Bank of England Raises Interest Rates to 3.00%
Today, the Bank of England has announced that they are increasing the base rate to 3.00%, which represents the largest single interest rate rise in 33 years (1), with a possibility that this may increase further in the coming months.
Are your elderly relatives receiving all their winter benefits?
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 to go up again in October which means that warming up the house will be much more expensive than it was last year1. However, the Government is offering a number of winter benefits to those who are eligible.
Why are house prices so high and property so scarce?
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 each year?
Autumn Mini Budget Details
In today’s mini-budget, Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has announced a series of measures designed to stimulate economic growth. Among these are tax breaks for businesses and increased government spending on infrastructure projects. The Chancellor is confident that these steps will lead to a more prosperous future for the country. We have outlined a summary of the outcomes of today’s budget.
Bank of England Raises Interest Rates to 2.25%
Today, the Bank of England has announced that they are increasing the base rate to 2.25% and it is likely that they may be increased further again this year….
Budgeting and insuring your new university student
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 to, but also much to organise to
Is it time to switch your mortgage?
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 could save money by switching their mortgage.1
Big Hoot Auction – St Elizabeth Hospice
Thursday, 15 September 2022 Ipswich Town Hall, Cornhill, Ipswich, IP1 1DH Join us for hoot of an evening! The Big Hoot auction is the final event for the Big Hoot following the
Will removing the ‘stress test’ make homebuying more affordable?
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 existing homeowners seeking to move up the
New build property – a better choice?
Should aspiring homeowners or next time buyers choose to buy an existing property, or opt for a new build? …Read our Pros and Cons….
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