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First-time buyer mortgage myths revealed

Some first-time buyers may be closer to owning a home than they realise. New research reveals that common mortgage myths could be causing people to delay buying their first home. Aspiring first-time buyers could be delaying their plans because of common misconceptions...

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Proposed ISA changes could cost first-time buyers

Plans to replace the Lifetime ISA with a new savings product could leave aspiring homeowners worse off. Here’s what the proposed changes could mean. First-time buyers could miss out on more than £3600 in potential interest if proposed changes to ISA rules go ahead, a...

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Supporting young people’s mental health & wellbeing

MB Associates is working with The Children’s Society to help boost its fundraising efforts. We spoke to Lauren Falconer from The Children's Society about its work to support the mental health of young people and her own personal ‘Year of Endurance’ fundraising...

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Helping a self-employed first-time buyer get mortgage-ready

Discover how careful preparation and three years of ongoing support helped Emily secure a mortgage for her first home – a Grade II listed property. Buying your first home can be challenging, especially if you’re self-employed. For Emily Morbey, getting prepared for...

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Financial protection when it mattered most

Eti Murray is a mother of two girls who tragically lost her husband and soulmate, Andy, to cancer. With financial protection in place, she was able to spend time with Andy in his final months and care for her children without money worries. Tell us a bit about your...

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