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.
March 17, 2025
When is the right time to switch rates on a mortgage? That is the question that I have had by email. Unfortunately, there is no really simple answer, but you can decide what's best for you at any point in time
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March 14, 2025
Everyone has heard of percentages, but what about bips or bps? What's the difference? Is there a difference and why confuse the world with so many different terms!
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March 8, 2025
LAFRA is beginning to generate a lot of discussion in all parts of the industry, and support for it seems to be turning to opposition from what I am seeing. Some of the reasons are justified.
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February 22, 2025
Castles for sale in Scotland are not that uncommon, location though can be hit and miss, I like this one, for the location!
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February 19, 2025
At the last point inflation was 2.5%, the latest data from the Office of National Statistics it has jumped 0.5% to 3%. Not a great sign and puts more interest rate cuts at doubt.
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February 13, 2025
Children who have the benefit of mum and dad to help them out with a mortgage deposit have a great advantage but mum and dad need to appreciate it's not a loan.
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