by aj | Oct 29, 2026 | News, Business
The Autumn Budget, delivered on 28 October 2026 by the newly appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey, is a targeted “breathing space” budget aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures resulting from the Middle East conflict without imposing...
by aj | Oct 2, 2026 | News, House Prices
House prices in Northern Ireland rose by 9.2% between April and June 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, figures from the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) and the Department for Communities (NI) showed. The standardised house price...
by aj | Sep 22, 2026 | Mortgage Rates, Mortgages, Uncategorised
The Bank of England has held interest rates at their current rate of 3.75% for the sixth time in a row but said they were likely to rise if high energy prices persist. The US-Israel war with Iran has disrupted global energy supplies leading to a sharp increase in...
by aj | Aug 7, 2026 | News, Mortgages
We’re delighted to announce that Mortgage Solutions has welcomed West One as a new lending partner, with exclusive access through Mortgage Solutions. For Specialist Property Finance, There’s Only One. West One Delivering Seamless Specialist Finance Across the UK...
by aj | Aug 7, 2026 | News, House Prices
The latest Northern Ireland Housing Market Update from PropertyPal provides an overview of the residential property market during Q2 2026. The report looks at key trends across the housing and rental markets, including property prices, sales activity, buyer and tenant...
by aj | Aug 7, 2026 | News, Mortgage Rates
Interest rates are expected to remain at 3.75% for the rest of this year as policymakers continue their ‘wait and see’ approach to monetary policy as the Iran war continues to disrupt the world economy. In the latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting...
by aj | Jun 25, 2026 | Mortgages, Mortgage Rates, News
Average two and three-year fixed rates have edged downwards by 3 basis points over the past week, while the average five-year rate is 2bps lower. The latest rate watch data from Moneyfacts shows the average two-year fix is now 5.65%, the three-year average is now...
by aj | Jun 24, 2026 | News, Mortgages
24 of 2,108 Using a broker (whether for mortgages, insurance, or investments) saves you time and money by shopping the entire market on your behalf. They provide expert, tailored advice and give you access to exclusive deals you cannot find by going directly...
by aj | Jun 23, 2026 | News, Mortgages
Choosing between a fixed rate and a tracker mortgage in the UK comes down to a trade-off between certainty and flexibility. Fixed deals offer peace of mind with unchanged monthly payments, while tracker rates follow the Bank of...
by Ashley | Mar 10, 2026 | Credit Score
Understanding how to improve your credit score is an important part of managing your financial health. In the UK, your credit score gives lenders an indication of how reliably you’ve handled credit in the past. While it’s not the only factor lenders consider,...
