News & Information
Welcome to our News & Information section. Click on the articles below for more information about the financial markets, mortgages and investments.
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21 March 2025
Homeowners in the UK may have noticed that their home insurance premiums have significantly increased. In Q3 2024, the average buildings and contents insurance policy cost £407*– up 16% on the previous year.
14 March 2025
In today's uncertain economic climate, financial resilience is more crucial than ever. In a recent report*, an impressive 69% of UK workers said they feel very financially resilient – up 4% since last year. Despite this, only 52% hold a protection policy, which leaves a significant portion of the workforce inadequately covered.
7 March 2025
The UK economy may be slowly recovering but many Brits are still feeling the financial pressure, with one in 10 homeowners struggling to meet their monthly mortgage repayments*. So, what should you do if you find yourself in this difficult situation?
31 January 2025
Life insurance is a vital safety net, yet misconceptions often prevent people from taking out protection. Here are some common myths:
24 January 2025
Life insurance provides vital protection but as your circumstances change, so too should your cover. Here's when to review your life insurance:
17 January 2025
Home insurance premiums are showing signs of stabilising after a period of significant increases, according to new figures1.
10 January 2025
2024 was a significant year for the UK property market; Labour’s landslide general election win ended 14 years of Conservative rule in Britain, plus the Bank of England reduced interest rates in August after being held at 5.25% for a year. Here’s a roundup of the housing and mortgage markets at the end of 2024.
22 November 2024
The average monthly mortgage bill for first-time buyers (FTBs) has reduced over the last year, according to recent figures*.
