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Understanding Protection vs Insurance: What’s the Difference? 

You may have heard the terms “Protection” and “Insurance” (like critical illness insurance and life insurance). But have you wondered what the difference is? In the world of financial planning, the terms protection and insurance often get used interchangeably, but they’re not quite the same. Here’s a quick overview, but remember, speaking with us directly

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How Buildings & Contents Insurance Has Your Back 

When disaster strikes, from a burst pipe, a kitchen fire, or a break-in, you need buildings and contents insurance you can trust to step in. Equally, with September starting the back-to-school season, don’t forget that contents insurance can cover valuable objects, even away from home.   Think of buildings insurance as your home’s safety net. It

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What’s Next for UK Mortgages? A Look at Today’s Market and Tomorrow’s Opportunities 

If you’re a homeowner or looking to get onto the property ladder or you are looking to remortgage, you’ve likely been keeping an eye on the headlines. And with good reason! Over the past year, the UK mortgage market has faced changing interest rates, shifting affordability criteria, and increased scrutiny from lenders. But what does

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📉 Base Rate Drops to 4.0% – What This Means for Your Mortgage 

Today, 7th August 2025, the Bank of England has voted to reduce the base rate to 4.0%.    This decision comes in response to a cooling labour market, with unemployment rising to a four-year high of 4.7%.    While inflation remains elevated at 3.6%, above the Bank’s 2% target, the move is intended to support the wider economy and for many

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A fresh start for your money this spring

Let’s get a bit cheesy this month with this very catchy phrase: “Spring Cleaning Your Finances—A Fresh Start for Your Money.” But research shows most British adults do not have enough savings. As we hopefully feel slightly warm temps, and the days are getting longer, spring offers the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. Not

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Why income protection & critical illness protection are extra important for the self-employed. 

If you’re self-employed in the UK, income protection and critical illness cover are extra critical. You don’t have the safety nets that employees do. Like statutory sick pay (SSP), employer sick leave, or workplace health benefits. But of course, no matter your employment status, income protection and critical illness cover add extra support when you

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Here are some tips for managing bills and finances when you don’t have a regular income 

Managing money and bills self-employed can feel like a juggling act. Especially since you don’t have steady pay or the automatic deductions for things like taxes and national insurance. However, with the right systems in place, you can stay on top of your finances and ensure everything is paid on time. Here are some tips we’ve

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Do you need extra building and content insurance policies in place if you work from home? 

Maybe you’ve spent a bit of time putting together your business. Now everything is going well, you wouldn’t want something unexpected to get in the way? This is where insurance can help. Of course, we are big believers in setting up these support systems. If you’re self-employed in the UK, building and contents insurance is

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