More first-time buyers are purchasing homes later in life to manage affordability challenges Longer mortgage terms help keep monthly payments manageable but extend debt into later years
Growth forecasts rise to 1.5% this year, with steady medium-term expectations supporting economic stability and resilience Income tax, NICs and IHT thresholds remain frozen to 2031, increasing the long-term
Savills forecasts slow house price growth through 2026, accelerating sharply from 2027 as rates ease and economic stability improves Nationwide and Bank of England data
Retail investor demand continues rising sharply, supported by reduced interest rates, tighter supply and greater vendor realism in valuations M&S strengthens its UK logistics network with a major pre-let hub
In the summer, the government launched a consultation on the future of the State Pension age Research has found that there’s a dip in financial confidence when
Unspent pensions will be subject to IHT from 2027, changing inheritance rules significantly Double taxation risks arise, as pensions inherited post-75 may face both income
For every £1 in a man’s pension pot, a woman has just 42p Career breaks, part-time work and lower wages widen the gender pensions gap
Average home insurance costs vary depending on property type and size The most common reasons for claiming are water damage and accidents Renewing policies early,
Hybrid working helps employees phase gradually into retirement while supporting wellbeing Working part-time after 66 can smooth the retirement transition and boost pension savings Seek
Relying on inheritance to fund retirement is risky as it can’t be guaranteed Starting early with small, regular pension contributions can help you benefit long-term
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Website by TOMD.
Home & Finance is registered in England and Wales.Registered office, 14 New Market St, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7LN.
Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Home & Finance General Ltd is entered on the Financial Services Register https://register.fca.org.uk/ under reference 300760 for General Insurance Products.
Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Home & Finance IFA Ltd is entered on the Financial Services Register https://register.fca.org.uk/ under reference 135250 for Investment & Mortgage business.
A summary of our internal complaints handling procedures for the reasonable and prompt handling of complaints is available on request and if you cannot settle your complaint with us, you may be entitled to refer it to the Financial Ombudsman Service at www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk or by contacting them on 0800 0234 567.
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