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Autumn Budget Reaction: How Does it Impact You?
The Chancellor has now delivered the Autumn Budget, and while many of the headline measures were widely anticipated, you might understandably be asking “What does all this mean for my mortgage?” Below is a breakdown of the key themes and what they could mean for your finances over the coming months. Day-to-Day Finances Freezing income tax and national insurance thresholds means that as your salary rises, more of your income is likely to be taxed at a higher rate. This can qui

James Smith
Dec 14, 2025


Preparing for the 2025 Autumn Budget
Preparing for the 2025 Autumn Budget. The Autumn Budget is always a key moment for homeowners, investors and savers. This year’s announcement on 26th November is expected to be no different. The Chancellor will set out the government’s plans for tax, borrowing and spending for the year ahead. Last year, Rachel Reeves delivered her first budget, which included a record £40 billion in tax rises. At the time, she made clear there is no intention to repeat such measures in 2025,

James Smith
Nov 13, 2025


How Spending Choices Affect Your Mortgage Options
When it comes to managing your finances, your credit score plays a key role especially if you’re thinking about remortgaging. Many homeowners don’t realise that everyday spending and borrowing decisions can influence the way lenders view your financial health. What is a Credit Score? Your credit score is a record of your borrowing and repayment history, including credit cards, loans, and other finance agreements. Lenders use this information to assess your reliability when co

James Smith
Oct 24, 2025


Loan to Income vs Loan to Value: What’s the Difference?
If you’re starting your journey towards buying a home or remortgaging, you’ve likely come across terms like Loan to Income (LTI) and Loan to Value (LTV). While they may sound similar, they measure very different things and both are crucial in deciding how much you can borrow and what kind of mortgage you’ll be offered.

James Smith
Sep 12, 2025


Flexibility When Selling Your Home
If you’re thinking about selling, you’re probably wondering how long it will take for your property to sell. On average, homes in England spend around 36 days on the market before a sale is agreed.

James Smith
Jun 16, 2025


Unexpected Inflation Rise: How Does it Impact Me?
In February 2025, inflation unexpectedly rose to 3%, exceeding forecasts and putting additional pressure on household finances.

James Smith
Mar 24, 2025


Mortgage Market: What You Need to Know for 2025
Mortgage Market: What You Need to Know for 2025

James Smith
Feb 10, 2025


Important Changes to Stamp Duty: What You Need to Know
Important Changes to Stamp Duty: What You Need to Know

James Smith
Nov 14, 2024


Retrofit Options: Essential for Homeowners & Landlords
Retrofit Options: Essential for Homeowners & Landlords

James Smith
Oct 18, 2024


Why You Should Start Planning Your Remortgage Now
Why You Should Start PlanningYour Remortgage Now

James Smith
Sep 24, 2024


Bank Rate: Understanding the Impact of its Fall
Bank Rate: Understanding the Impact of its Fall

James Smith
Aug 19, 2024


Labour: A New Beginning for the Housing Market
Labour: A New Beginning for the Housing Market

James Smith
Jul 16, 2024


Navigating the Mortgage Market Ahead of the 2024 Election
Navigating the Mortgage Market Ahead of the 2024 Election

James Smith
Jun 19, 2024


Remortgage Advice: Don’t Just Settle for Your Lender’s Offer
Remortgages: Don’t just settle for your lender’s offer.

James Smith
Apr 5, 2024
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