Some of these articles might be useful. Others might just pass the time while your kettle boils. Either way, if you read one of my financial type articles just don’t rely on advice from a bloke with a blog — speak to someone qualified (ideally with insurance… and a desk). Yes, I am qualified for some things, but you can't sue me or get compensation.
February 9, 2025
Tri Fire is a company that issues EWS1 safety certificates for building cladding. Allegations emerged this week that certificates may not have been issued correctly and it may be intentional.
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February 6, 2025
The Bank of England voted to reduce the base rate From 4.75% to 4.5% today, great news, or is it? Perhaps not!
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January 17, 2025
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the UK regulator for mortgage lending, has suggested that rules for mortgage lending could be loosened, allowing many to borrow more.
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December 19, 2024
There was hope that interest rates would be reduced at the last meeting of the year, but it wasn't.
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October 30, 2024
How did we fare in the budget from a property perspective? It was a mixed bag, really no gains, plenty of losses! Let's take a look at what the Chancellor announced.
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October 17, 2024
There is a suggestion that Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not increase capital gains by selling a second property. Is this true?
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