24th November 2020
Finance
18th February 2020
Understanding different mortgage schemes
What is a mortgage? A mortgage is a loan used to buy a property, but one which is secured on that property. This means that the mortgage provider (a bank or building society) retains an interest in the property until the entirety of the loan is paid back. There are different types of mortgage schemes [...]
6th February 2020
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 [...]
26th January 2020
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 [...]
26th November 2019
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* […]
22nd October 2019
Forces Help to Buy scheme extended until the end of 2022
The Forces Help to Buy scheme has been extended again, this time until the end of 2022. Borrow up to 50% of salary interest free The scheme enables servicemen and servicewomen to borrow up to 50% of their salary, interest free, to buy their first home or move to another property on assignment or as [...]
16th September 2019
Forces Families Jobs
Forces Families Jobs is new initiative and website platform for employers to advertise vacancies to military families. Armed Forces members can apply for jobs with companies and organisations who are forces family friendly and access employment and training opportunities. Help from the Families Federations The platform has been created by three Families Federations working closely […]
4th February 2019
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 […]
4th February 2019
Protecting you and your family’s finances
Top reasons people gave for not taking out protection. There are many things to consider when looking to protect you and your family. It may not be the most exciting of subjects, but it answers one of our most basic desires – to keep safe all that we hold dear. The State of the Protection Nation report[1] […]
4th February 2019
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 […]
21st January 2019
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 […]
10th January 2019
Nadine Monks of Forces Family Finance wins industry award
At Forces Family Finance we are always striving to provide outstanding customer service, putting the client first at all times with our ethical approach to financial advice. At the end of last year we were very proud to hear that our director Nadine Monks won an award from our Principal Network New Leaf distribution in recognition of this. Industry recognition […]
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