by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2016 | blog, mortgages
According to a survey carried out by Ipsos Mori for Panorama, 31% of people who rent or have a mortgage find that payments take up more than a third of their total household income. Even if your mortgage payments are below this level, if they are a significant part...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2016 | blog, mortgages
Buying a home is generally one of life’s most significant events, even for those who have been through the process before. This being so, getting the right mortgage can have a major impact on the family finance. What Kinds of Mortgage Are Available? With a repayment...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2016 | blog, mortgages
As with any major reform to savings, pensions and investments, the recent government changes to annuities has been accompanied by a flurry of newspaper headlines, ranging from the alarming to the surreal. Deciding how you will fund your retirement is one of the...
by Brian Downton | J, Sep, 2014 | blog, mortgages
In the past few months the clouds have parted, the gloom has lifted, and Britain is booming. Unemployment is down, investment over the past three years is up, and all is well. The recession is over and no one needs to worry about anything. The relentless upbeat...
by Brian Downton | J, Aug, 2014 | blog, mortgages
While the favourite topic of conversation in the UK may be the weather, the housing market must certainly be hot on its heels. Whether it’s house prices, the level of deposit needed, or the ins and outs of mortgages; there’s always something to discuss. ...
