A child’s first day at school is a big moment for both them and their parents. For most parents, however, it’s also a relief, especially financially. Even so, time flies and it really won’t be too long before they’re grown up and looking to leave school. At that point, a parent’s life can start to get expensive again. […]
Buy-to-let mortgages – what you need to know
The UK’s property market is notoriously resilient. Crashes are very few and far between. There are occasional low periods. In practice, however, all these mean is that house-price growth slows and properties can take a bit longer to sell. Demand for rental property is generally strong. With that in mind, here is a quick guide to buy-to-let mortgages. What is […]
How To Keep Your Tax Bill To A Minimum
Most people want to keep their tax bill as low as possible. Now, the cost of living is creating an extra incentive to do so. With that in mind, here are five tips on ensuring you keep as much of your money as possible. Examine your employment conditions If you’re employed, check to see if any of […]
Is the internet the right place for advice?
For most people, if they want to learn about something, the internet is generally their first port of call. It’s a trove of information. Unfortunately, only some of that information is treasure. Some of it can be actively dangerous, even if it’s given with the best of intentions. This is particularly true of financial advice. […]
The Government’s Vision For The Housing Sector
Assuming the UK sticks to its standard election pattern, the current parliament is almost halfway through its term. This means politicians across the board will be starting to gear up to contest their seats. Boris Johnson’s current raft of housing-related proposals looks like an opening salvo in the Conservative’s electoral campaign. Here is a brief […]
Mortgage Affordability Becomes A Growing Concern
All things considered, it’s hardly a surprise that mortgage affordability is becoming a growing concern. Some of the factors behind it are largely outside the control of private individuals. Even so, there are still plenty of steps individuals can take to ensure that they get and manage the mortgage they need. Here are some points […]