Budget Breakdown: Can you get a mortgage with a 5% deposit?

Last month, the government announced a new Budget. As part of it, they announced a plan to encourage the return of the 5% deposit mortgage; good news for all you prospective buyers with less than the largest nest eggs, the plan is set to start this month! If you’ve been trying to buy a property … Read more

Can you get life insurance if you smoke?

According to the latest report from the Office for National Statistics, there are roughly 6.9 million smokers in the UK. That’s just under 15% of the population. So, if you are a smoker and you’re thinking about finding life insurance, you’re not alone. We’re here to answer your questions about getting life insurance if you … Read more

Holiday Homes: the how, where and why of buying a second property

We don’t know about you, but we’re really craving a holiday. Sun, sea and sand… yes please. 2021 may be another year of staying a little closer to home but don’t despair. You can still create a getaway of your very own with a second home. So, here’s our prospective buyers’ guide to holiday homes. … Read more

Moving house during lockdown: a solo survival guide

Moving house is still allowed under the lockdown rules. That said, the government has made it clear that people outside of your household bubble should not help, unless it is absolutely essential. So here’s our handy guide to moving house solo during lockdown First things first, you need to sell your current property and buy … Read more

New year, new protection needs?

2020 is behind us and a new year’s ahead. Now is a great time to re-evaluate your protection needs. If last year taught us anything, it’s to prepare for the unexpected. This time last year, no one would have predicted what was about to happen. If you could’ve had a Mystic Meg moment and seen … Read more