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11 December, 2023

Accidental damage and escape of water are the most common home insurance claims*.
While we often think of threats like theft or fire, this research reveals that more home insurance claims result from clumsiness than malice. Of 76,518 claims made last year, accidental loss or damage

27 November, 2023

A new study* has highlighted that almost two thirds (64%) of mortgage applicants in the UK have stru
With product withdrawals, altering rates and a fast-moving market, there’s no wonder this backdrop, prompted by the ‘mini-Budget’ last Autumn, has caused high levels of stress for mortgage appli

21 November, 2023

It’s no secret that many mortgage holders have had a tough year. Soaring interest rates, on top of
Repossession is a last resort  If you’re worried about your mortgage payments, lenders can help with a payment plan to get you back on your feet. In the first three months of this year, only 750 ho

9 November, 2023

One of the financial responsibilities of homeownership is to protect yourself and your family. Life
Life insurance provides a safety net. A payout can pay off the remaining mortgage balance, ensuring that your loved ones can stay in their home without the burden of mortgage payments  Knowing that

2 November, 2023

Research*  has found that 32% of mortgage holders do not think they will pay off their home loan b
Looking at retirees, one in 10 still had mortgage debt when they stopped working. The average mortgage debt outstanding at retirement was £38,000. Almost two-thirds (63%) of those who retired with an

19 October, 2023

Family support has long been a crucial means for many first-time buyers (FTBs) to get a foot on the
In challenging economic conditions, research1 has revealed that the traditional Bank of Mum and Dad is being supplemented by a growing number of sibling supporters.   Family affair While most dis

27 September, 2023

Life is busy and challenging. You can’t control everything, and you certainly don’t know what’
The cost-of-living crisis has added a whole new layer of anxiety to everyday life, increasing financial pressure on us all. A Financial Conduct Authority study has highlighted that over half of adults

18 September, 2023

The majority of UK lenders have signed a government charter to support borrowers.
The charter includes allowing borrowers to contact their lender for help without impacting their credit file and enabling borrowers whose payments are up to date to switch when their fixed term ends w

8 September, 2023

Everybody knows that life has a funny way of turning out differently to how we expect it to. When fa
With rising household bills, as well as soaring mortgage and rent costs, protection is more important than ever right now. It is vital that you consider whether you would be able to afford your monthl