30th March 2023

What is a mortgage agreement in principle (AIP)?

Written by Sam
Posted in First Time Buyers, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property, Self Employed

If you want to make an offer on a property through an estate agent, you will probably be asked for a mortgage agreement in principle. … Read More

24th March 2023

5 things to think about before a mortgage protection meeting

Written by Sam
Posted in Lifestyle, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Property, Protection

Whether you’re taking out a mortgage on your first property, or arranging a new mortgage deal for your current home, it’s the perfect time to… Read More

16th March 2023

Spring Budget 2023 – Key Announcements

Written by Sam
Posted in Base Rate, Budget, Markets, Retirement, The Economy

Jeremy Hunt, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, delivered his Budget on Wednesday 15th March 2023, in which he unveiled big changes to pensions and childcare… Read More

13th March 2023

Do I need an Accountant to get a Mortgage?

Written by Sam
Posted in Accountancy, Buy-to-Let, First Time Buyers, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Personal Finance, Property, Self Employed, Small Business

Whilst an accountant can bring a lot to your business, it is not always essential to have one. You might assume that if you’ve set… Read More

3rd March 2023

What is Conveyancing?

Written by Sam
Posted in First Time Buyers, Homebuying Process, Mortgages, Property

Whether you are buying or selling a property, you will need a conveyancer to oversee all the legal requirements and ensure your transaction successfully completes. Read More

22nd February 2023

Can I get a mortgage if I have bad credit?

Written by Sam
Posted in First Time Buyers, Lifestyle, Mortgages

If recent years have taught us anything, it’s that our finances are often much more fragile than we think, and it doesn’t necessarily take much… Read More

17th February 2023

Buying your first home – a step by step guide

Written by Sam
Posted in About Us, Buy-to-Let, First Time Buyers, Mortgages, Property, Self Employed

Buying your first home can be daunting. You may not know where to start so find yourself speaking with friends / family or scrolling online… Read More

10th February 2023

Will my mortgage lender allow me to let out my home?

Written by Sam
Posted in Buy-to-Let, Lifestyle, Mortgages, Property

If you’re thinking of letting your property, whether on a long-term or short-term basis, here’s what you need to know when it comes to your… Read More

3rd February 2023

Can I get a mortgage on Maternity / Parental Leave?

Written by Sam
Posted in First Time Buyers, Mortgages, Property

You may think that getting a mortgage could be difficult if you’re about to start, or are currently on maternity or shared parental leave.  Fortunately,… Read More

28th January 2023

What is Open Banking?

Written by Sam
Posted in Lifestyle, Personal Finance

It’s a term we’ve heard a lot recently, so let’s take a close look at what open banking actually is, and how many people know… Read More