Are you considering moving to a smaller property to help fund your retirement? Here’s what you need to know. Downsizing is the term used to describe moving to a smaller property than your current one. It can be a great option in later life to free up your money and...
Separation & Financial Planning
Considering buying your own property after a separation? Here’s some useful articles on how to get prepared and how to plan for a secure future.
Halifax reduces maximum working age for some older borrowers
You may have heard about Halifax reducing the maximum working age for some mortgage applications, which could affect older borrowers. Read more… Earlier this week, Halifax announced that it would reduce its maximum working age for a mortgage from 75 to 70 for some...
How women can be financially savvy
Find out how you can take control of your finances and become more financially savvy.
Divorce rates go up in January
January has been dubbed ‘Divorce Month’, and older people, in particular, are not settling with their long-term partners if they’re unhappy. Divorce applications in the UK recently reached their highest level in a decade. The no fault divorce law came into force in...
More older people are separating… but can they still get a mortgage?
Many people think they may be ‘too old’ to borrow again after splitting up from a long-term partner, but this is not necessarily true. It’s all about getting access to good advice so that you can explore a range of options. Divorce rates are down in England and Wales....
What happens to your home if you split from your partner?
Have you and your partner recently decided to separate? If change is on the cards and you want to know what will happen to your property, seeking financial advice is crucial. Over the last three months, we’ve all had more time at home and we’ve also had an opportunity...