The base rate stays the same

The base rate stays the same

The Bank of England has reviewed the base rate and chosen to keep it where it is. The rate currently stands at 5.25%. If the rate had gone up, this would have been the 15th consecutive rate rise. While anyone on a fixed-rate deal would not have been affected, those on...
Protect your loved ones and your finances

Protect your loved ones and your finances

We’re seeing a rise in the number of clients diagnosed with serious health conditions. Naturally, it’s devastating for all concerned, and even worse if money is also a worry. Our goal is to help you become financially resilient if the unexpected happens… Losing a...
Inflation remains a challenge

Inflation remains a challenge

CPI inflation goes down in July compared to June, but air travel and hotel costs keep core inflation stubbornly high. Consumer Price Index inflation (CPI) went down from 7.9% in June to 6.8% in July, according to figures published by The Office for National...
House prices see small decline in July

House prices see small decline in July

Halifax’s House Price Index for July shows a slight price dip and an annual reduction of 2.4%, with house prices ‘little changed’ over the past six months. House prices went down slightly in July by 0.3%, according to Halifax. The lender has published its latest House...