8th April 2021
The Chancellor’s Mortgage Guarantee: a Good Idea? Or a Big Mistake?
“Generation Rent,” declared Rishi Sunak in his Budget speech, “will become Generation Buy.” Had the House of Commons been full, this announcement would no doubt… Read More
11th March 2021
What is the state of the mortgage market after a year of Covid?
11th March 2021 Like all markets, the mortgage market has not avoided the impact of coronavirus. A year after the start of the pandemic let’s… Read More
5th March 2021
Budget Overview 2021
5th March 2021 Introduction It is interesting to look back 12 months to Rishi Sunak’s first Budget: it was followed by a year none of… Read More
3rd March 2021
95% mortgages are coming back!
4th March 2021 In yesterday’s budget statement, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the launch of a mortgage guarantee scheme, along with a commitment from a number… Read More
3rd March 2021
Stamp Duty Holiday – EXTENDED
3rd March 2021 There was great news for homebuyers today as chancellor Rishi Sunak extended the stamp duty holiday for a further 3 months, until… Read More
19th February 2021
Can Flexible Working Really Boost Productivity?
In the old days it was simple. You went to work for a company, spent your whole life there and duly retired. ‘Security’ was what… Read More
18th December 2020
The furlough scheme highlights the importance of income protection
The Government’s furlough scheme has been a lifeline for many throughout the coronavirus pandemic, costing upwards of £73bn and providing income to millions of British… Read More
4th December 2020
Celebrating Christmas under Covid
It’s safe to say that Christmas 2020 is no usual Christmas. With the latest updates from the Government suggesting that families will be able to… Read More
27th November 2020
Spelling out the Chancellor’s Spending Review
Introduction On Wednesday, November 25th Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his Spending Review for next year to the House of Commons. In the absence of an… Read More
20th November 2020
Four mental health tips for working from home this Winter
For many, the coronavirus pandemic has brought with it the necessity of remote working. Globally, those who have been able to do their work from… Read More