If your partner is living with you in a property you own, what are the pros and cons of getting their name added to the mortgage? Moving in with a partner can be a big step for your relationship. If you own a property, you might decide the best solution is for your...
Are you considering moving to a smaller property to help fund your retirement? Here’s what you need to know. Downsizing is the term used to describe moving to a smaller property than your current one. It can be a great option in later life to free up your money and...
The Bank of England has decided to keep the base rate at 5% in today’s review. The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to keep the rate at 5%. In the last review on 1 August, the rate decreased from 5.25% to 5%, marking the first reduction in four years. While...
MB Associates renews sponsorship for Sutton United Football Club's MBA Lounge from September. PRESS RELEASE – 1.9.24 – For Immediate Release We are pleased to confirm the renewal of its Sutton United Football Club sponsorship for another year, commencing on 1st...
New mortgage policy will allow first-time buyers to borrow more… but where will people benefit most from the change? Lloyds Bank and Halifax have announced a new mortgage policy that will allow first-time buyers to borrow up to 5.5 times their income, an increase on...
Are you about to make some changes to your home? Before you sign on the dotted line (or pick up that paintbrush), read on to find out whether your plans might not be the best financial idea. Planning home improvements can be exciting. Renewing tired décor with a fresh...
The government’s new 95 Per Cent Mortgage Guarantee Scheme launched on Monday 19 April 2021. The aim of the scheme is to make more 95 per cent mortgages available to those with smaller deposits. First-time buyers can apply but you don’t have to be one to be eligible.
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