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FTBs could be missing out
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Tuesday, May 5, 2026Many hopeful homeowners could be closer to getting on the property than they realise, but they are underinformed about their mortgage options.
A survey by the Building Societies Association (BSA) has found that nearly half (47%) of people who want to buy a home have never spoken to a lender or mort…
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Putting life insurance in trust
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Tuesday, April 21, 2026Recent tax changes have prompted some to reevaluate their reliance on pensions for wealth planning. Amidst this uncertainty, life insurance could provide some peace of mind for those looking to protect their family’s future.
Salary sacrifice changes
In the Autumn Budget 2025, Chancellor Rachel Reev… -
Make protection a priority
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Friday, April 10, 2026A survey has revealed that homeowners are more likely to plan a new kitchen than seek out protection.
Research found that respondents were more likely to spend money on new furniture (36%), redecorating (26%) or installing a new bathroom or kitchen (25%) than on taking out protection insurance, wit…
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Life Insurance myths busted
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Friday, March 27, 2026Are you fully informed about life insurance? Here are some myths that still catch people out.
A concerning knowledge gap
According to a survey, only 45% of UK adults have a life insurance policy in place, while 15% don’t know if they have one. This means that over half of Brits risk leaving their lo… -
Life insurance vs income protection
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Wednesday, February 25, 2026Do you know the difference between life insurance and income protection?
Life insurance
Life insurance pays out a lump sum to your loved ones if you die during the policy term. You could either be covered for a fixed length of time (such as 10 or 25 years), or for the whole of your life. It’s sensib…