Residential Property Review – August 2025
The UK housing market faces mixed conditions for the rest of 2025. Bank Rate cuts support borrowers, but house price growth is slowing due to high supply. Despite this, average home values have risen 20% since 2020, with strong gains outside London.
How inflation impacts your finances – Getting to grips with the basics
Are you curious about the impact of inflation on your finances? Our guide can help by explaining the basics of inflation, what ‘Bank Rate’ is, how inflation is measured, purchasing power and the importance of long-term, tax-efficient investments such as pensions and ISAs
Investing for the long term – lessons from the past
Market ups and downs are inevitable, but long-term investing rewards patience. History shows growth despite setbacks. A clear plan and regular reviews can help keep your goals on track.
Mortgage overpayments – small steps, big savings
Overpaying your mortgage, even by small amounts, could save you thousands and cut years off your loan. Thousands of homeowners could be tapping into these benefits, but a third of the people not making overpayments say they are being held back by a lack of understanding.
An Introduction to Life Insurance
Although life insurance probably isn’t at the top of many people’s ‘to do’ list, it’s arguably one of the most important financial products anyone can take out, and one of the best ways of protecting your loved ones financially. This guide explains the different types of cover, how much cover you might need and lists the top tips about life insurance.
An Introduction to Receiving a Windfall
Throughout life, many things can have a significant impact on your financial needs and plans for the future, including receiving a sudden windfall. As your life journey progresses, you will need to adapt to an endless list of variables such as:
An Introduction to Tax Planning
While our taxes go towards providing the important services we all rely on, such as the NHS and schools, no one needs to end up paying more than their fair share. This guide takes a look at the current tax allowances and exemptions that we are entitled to and how to maximise their use in meeting our individual financial goals.
An Introduction to Sustainable and Ethical investing
Increased consumer awareness of social and environmental issues has led to increased interest in sustainable and ethical investing, with funds entering the mainstream. Despite greater awareness, there is still some confusion about the terminology associated with this type of investing.
An Introduction to Equity Release
Equity release enables homeowners aged 55 and over to access the value tied up in their property without selling it. Understanding its basics helps determine if it’s suitable for your financial needs.
An Introduction to Investing
As we move through life, events such as marriage, property purchase, starting a family, starting a business, retirement and inheritance impact our financial needs and plans. This guide focuses on
investing, about why you should invest, your attitude to risk, diversification and strategy, and why it’s important to take a long-term view.