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Vast majority unprepared for retirement

Only 7% of the UK population are on track for the retirement they aspire...

Low unemployment areas see large house price rises

Homeowners in local authorities with the lowest levels of unemployment have seen the value...

Leeds team raises over £1,500 for Kyle’s Goal

Staff at the Leeds Building Society branches in the South West have raised more...

Money Advice Services increases free debt advice budget

The Money Advice Service has announced a £4 million year-on-year increase in funding for...

TFC and LMC complete 3-day bridge for auction purchase

TFC Homeloans and Lancashire Mortgage Corporation (TMC) teamed up in April to ensure a...

12% value boost from roof terrace

Having a roof terrace or a balcony adds an average of 12% to the...

New partnership with the Right Mortgage and Protection Network

The Right Mortgage and Protection Network has undertaken a new arrangement with Freedom Finance’s...

Covéa joins Berkeley Alexander panel

Berkeley Alexander, has expanded its landlords’ insurance provider panel. Covéa has now joined AXA,...

London loses regional house price growth top spot

House prices in England and Wales continue to rise, albeit at a slowing rate...

Total household wealth grew by £1.5 trillion last year

Total (net) household wealth at the end of 2014 is estimated to have reached...

Self-builders want modern tech throughout their homes

27% of Britons have aspirations to build their own home, according to new research...

Homeowners seek to cash in equity gains

Homeowners are looking to cash in over £9,000 of equity gains made over the...

Leeds charity bike ride raises over £1,000

An IT database administrator at the Leeds Building Society participated in a gruelling bike...

Trio of new discount deals from the Ipswich

The Ipswich Building Society has unveiled three new discount mortgages. A new two year...

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Beyond the walk: Mortgage leaders talk mental health – part 18

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter's (MIMHC) third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge finally came to an end on Friday last week as...

Mental health and the evolving role of mortgage advisers

Money worries rarely stay just about money. They affect sleep, confidence, relationships, and mental wellbeing - and for many people across the UK, mortgage...

Beyond the walk: Mortgage leaders talk mental health – part 16

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter's (MIMHC) third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge finally came to an end on Friday last week as...

Why complex-income borrowers need more adviser support

The UK mortgage market has become more complex for borrowers, lenders and advisers alike. Higher rates, tighter affordability pressures and more varied working patterns...

Economic abuse: The warning signs every adviser should recognise

Taking out a joint mortgage is one of the most common ways for people to get onto the property ladder. For many, combining earning...

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Long-term vacant homes in England rise 14.5%

The number of long-term vacant homes in England has risen by 14.5%, despite continued...

Tenant support for Renters’ Rights Act grows

Awareness and support for the Renters’ Rights Act has risen sharply among tenants since...

Mortgage and protection professionals urged to complete industry ED&I survey before deadline

Industry leaders are calling on mortgage and protection professionals across the UK to complete...

Paragon cuts further advance rates and lowers minimum loan to £2,000

Paragon Bank has reduced rates and simplified the application process for buy-to-let further advances,...

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