Financial Planning

What are variable mortgage rates?

Variable mortgage interest rates, also known as tracker or discounted mortgage products, are mortgage loans with interest rates that can fluctuate over time. The interest rate on a variable mortgage is tied to an economic index, such as the Bank of England base rate or the own building society standard variable rate. As the index …

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Should you get advice before you Remortgage?

Remortgaging is a popular option for homeowners looking to save money on their monthly mortgage repayments, or to access the equity they have built up in their property However, the process of remortgaging can be complex and time-consuming, and a mortgage broker is essential when looking to remortgage. Research by Legal & General shows that …

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Energy efficiency key for house hunters

Rising energy prices and the race to net zero are causing homebuyers to put more value on energy efficiency, a new survey1 suggests. Efficiency Asked to pick essential features for their new home, more respondents opted for energy-saving attributes than a year earlier. As the cost-of-living rises, households with poor energy efficiency ratings are paying …

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The money taboo – it’s good to talk it out

Are you worried about your finances? If so, you’re certainly not alone. According to a recent survey, 90% of households are worried about rising prices1. Financial worries can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety. In fact, nearly one in five people say they have lost sleep over soaring prices in recent months2. Money …

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