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Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4%

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4%

Find out what this latest interest rate cut means for your mortgage, the property market and the economy. The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to reduce the base rate from 4.25% to 4%. This move was widely expected, but it’s still a positive sign...

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House prices rise in July

House prices rise in July

House prices went up in July, marking the biggest monthly increase so far this year, according to Halifax. Market activity is strong and affordability is gradually improving. House prices went up in July by 0.4% according to Halifax’s latest House Price Index. This is...

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Moving in together? Talk about money first

Moving in together? Talk about money first

Moving in with a new partner? Have you discussed and agreed on how you will pay your rent, mortgage, and bills? Here’s why it’s important to have a plan agreed in advance. Money is not an easy topic to deal with in a relationship. It can be a sticking point that...

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Two MB Associates Staff Shortlisted for Industry Awards

Two MB Associates Staff Shortlisted for Industry Awards

Company Founder and long-standing staff member shortlisted in Financial Reporter Women’s Recognition Awards. MB Associates is delighted to announce that two key members of its team, including the firm’s Founder, Monica Bradley, have been shortlisted in the prestigious...

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Surprise inflation rise in June

Surprise inflation rise in June

Inflation unexpectedly jumped to 3.6% last month. What does this mean for future mortgage rates? Inflation rose more sharply than expected in June, climbing to 3.6%, up from 3.4% in May, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The unexpected rise was...

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Cycling for a Cause: Ben Walsh & Friends Complete the Big Ride

Cycling for a Cause: Ben Walsh & Friends Complete the Big Ride

Ben Walsh Completes Gruelling 1600km Cycling Challenge in Memory of Late Wife, Raising Awareness for Sepsis and Arthritis Charities. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 7/7/25 Ben Walsh and Cormac Loughran, two clients of MB Associates, have successfully completed The Big Ride –...

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