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Don’t overlook the market for Consumer BTL

The buy-to-let market has evolved considerably over recent years and so have the products...

Inflationary pressures will undoubtedly impact the mortgage market

There’s no doubting that mortgage advice practitioners have a lot to contend with at...

It’s an exciting time for intermediaries

When it comes to specialist finance, I firmly believe that the use of an...

Interest rates: normal rules do not apply

In this market, it can make complete sense to wait sometimes, especially when you’re...

Keeping your remortgage clients happy

As we know our market works in cycles. For instance, at the start of...

The hidden stumbling blocks that could kill your case

It’s one of the most frustrating aspects of being a broker. You have calculated...

The equity release benefits of multi-disciplinary support

While there is no doubt that surveyors and lawyers provide a valuable service for...

Vanilla – or is it?

We often hear the phrase vanilla being used in a variety of contexts and,...

Committed to the broker market

Financial services products, particularly mortgages, are long-term commitments often spanning decades. Yet the popularity...

Are longer-term fixes really cheaper than two-year deals?

Each month I like to ‘run the numbers’ in terms of the high LTV...

Don’t blame vendors for their selling decisions

Positive news around the supply of properties coming to market has been few and...

Inflation’s silver lining will be bumper levels of borrowing

It’s no secret that the UK economy has entered an era of higher inflation...

Which type of sustainable business are you?

With employees and investors demanding greater sustainability, and governments legislating for it, organisations are...

ESG: defining the ‘Social’

Last month we began a series of articles looking at Environment, Social and Governance...

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Why it matters that bridging hit more than £10bn last year

We see many numbers bandied around in the financial industry, which can sometimes have a numbing effect. So why should we all, especially brokers, care...

Top five reasons why renters should consider short-term protection insurance

In an unpredictable world, financial security can often feel like a luxury, especially for renters who may already juggle living expenses, rent payments, and...

Credit search vs credit scoring

The terms credit score and credit check are often used interchangeably by consumers, many of whom assume they mean the same thing. Yet understanding...

It’s not just about work/life balance

Firstly, it was good to get feedback on last month’s blog on technology from several people, and to see a spin-off follow-up blog from...

The value of building societies: 250 years of mutual success

A key anniversary reflects how far the building society movement has come — and how individual societies like Hinckley & Rugby continue to deliver At...

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Square 1 Media announces May Mortgage Market Debate

Square 1 Media is to hold its next Mortgage Market Debate on Wednesday, 21 May,...

Coventry BS maintains status as one of the best workplaces

Coventry Building Society has been named one of Great Place to Work's UK’s Best...

Atom bank breaks Near Prime record

Atom bank has reported another record-breaking month for Near Prime activity. Over the course of...

Berkeley Alexander appoints new BDM

General insurance provider Berkeley Alexander has announced the appointment of Grant Robinson as a...