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A mortgage review could save you money
Could you save money by carrying out a mortgage review and shopping around? A home is the most expensive purchase most people ever make. As an owner, you will benefit from expert advice on the condition of your property – whether you plan to live in it, rent it out or sell it. A mortgage [...]
Difficulties paying your mortgage
Mortgage lenders do not want to repossess your home – it really is a last resort If you have a mortgage, you will be expected to make regular monthly payments to your lender. How much you pay will depend on the type of mortgage you have, the term of the loan and the rate of [...]
12 reasons to choose Forces Family Finance
How do you know who you should put your trust in? With so many mortgage and insurance advice companies for the UK Armed Forces emerging into the market, it can be very difficult to chose or know why you should put your trust in one over the other. Check firms out online Checking the FCA register* […]

When I’m gone – Five important things to do before your death
How a simple list can help your loved ones after your death Although it may not feel like it, your family finances are probably more precarious than you think. It’s all well and good when the breadwinners are healthy and working, but if something unfortunate were to happen, the outlook for those around you could […]

Back to the Future
Visualising what really matters to you is the key to the planning process. Have you ever thought about writing a letter to yourself to describe your ideal future life, long-term life goals and the process of how to plan for them? Imagining what you want your life to be like in the long term when […]

5 New Year’s financial resolutions
New Year’s resolutions – now we all know we use this opportunity at the start of the year to try and make better choices in our lives, such as start a new hobby or join a gym, but have you ever thought about tailoring them to improve your finances? We have put together 5 ideas […]

Getting your credit report mortgage ready
In today’s market its best to get your finances looking their best, before you embark on your mortgage journey. But, if you really don’t know where to start, then we have put together 8 tips on how to get the best from your credit report. Check your credit file regularly. It is best to check […]

Five Christmas saving tips
With Christmas fast approaching you may be wondering how to make those pennies stretch further. There are plenty of tips to help rein in the costs and we have put together five Christmas saving tips, to help prevent you from over spending. Secret Santa Research by National Debtline showed that 35% of Britons were borrowing […]

How to control your summer spending
There are extra costs to think about when going on holiday or travelling, especially during the school holidays. Here’s how you can help keep track of your spending. According to research conducted by a popular high street bank*, despite 58% of us making a holiday budget, the average overspend on holiday is a huge £220 […]

Be Summer Holiday Savvy
Our simple guide to making the most of your money this summer To be better prepared financially for the summer holidays, planning is key. The best way to get a head start for the summer is to put aside a little money as early as possible in the year (just a jam jar will do) […]