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Home insurance against accidents
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Tuesday, November 21, 2023Accidental damage and escape of water are the most common home insurance claims1.
While we often think of threats like theft or fire, this research reveals that more home insurance claims result from clumsiness than malice. Of 76,518 claims made last year, accidental loss or damage at home, which c…
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Stress impacts mortgage applicants
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Wednesday, November 1, 2023A new study1 has highlighted that almost two thirds (64%) of mortgage applicants in the UK have struggled with feelings of stress and anxiety over the last year. This figure increases to 80% amongst first time buyers who are clearly finding the process challenging.
With product withdrawals, alt…
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Spookily Good Money Saving Tips for this Halloween
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Monday, October 30, 2023Halloween is upon us, and while it’s a spooktacular time for children, it can also be a frightful hit to your wallet. But fear not! With a bit of creativity and some clever planning, you can enjoy all the thrills of Halloween without breaking the bank. Here are some tips to help you save money thi…
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What happens if I can’t pay my mortgage
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Thursday, October 26, 2023Throughout 2023, it’s estimated that 1.8 million fixed-rate mortgage deals will expire1. With mortgage rates at their highest in 15 years2, many of those who remortgage will see their repayments increase sharply.
Understanding your options
You could get in touch with your lender, as they may have …
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Should I overpay my mortgage
Updated by Advisory Financial Services on Thursday, October 19, 2023Whilst many people may be struggling to keep up payments on their mortgages in the wake of steep interest rate rises, there are a significant number of homeowners who may be wondering whether it is worthwhile paying more than the minimum statutory repayments each month, with the aim of helping to sa…