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Should I Overpay My Mortgage?
It’s a common question for homeowners looking to make the most of their money: Should I overpay my mortgage? With interest rates still sitting at...
UK Inflation Rate Drops to 3.4%: What It Means for Homebuyers and Homeowners
The UK inflation rate has eased to 3.4% as of May 2025, down slightly from 3.5% in April. This drop, although modest, is a signal that inflation may...
The 50 30 20 Rule: A Simple Strategy to Manage Your Money
When it comes to managing your finances, having a simple, straightforward plan can make all the difference. That’s where the 50 30 20 rule comes in....
Nationwide Virgin Money Merger: How Homebuyers & Investors Win Big
The UK financial landscape just changed forever. On October 1, 2024, the Nationwide Virgin Money Merger officially completed, creating the UK’s...
What the Bank of England Base Rate Cut Means for Mortgage Borrowers
The Bank of England base rate has been cut by 0.25% to 4.25%, marking the first reduction since February. For mortgage holders and prospective home...
Halifax Cashback: How to Claim Up to £2,000 for Green Home Improvements
If you're taking out a new mortgage, switching your deal, or applying for additional borrowing with Halifax, there's more to gain than just a good...
FCA Proprose Over Haul In Investment Regulations
Major Overhaul in Investment Regulations: FCA Proposes 70% Cut in Red Tape The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has taken a significant step toward...
Ring Fencing: Time for a Rethink?
When it comes to the UK banking sector, few regulatory terms have been as significant or as debated as ring fencing. Introduced in the wake of the...
How Inflation Affects Interest Rates – And Why Now Might Be the Right Time to Buy a Home
How inflation affects interest rates? With UK inflation dropping to 2.6% in March - down from 2.8% in February - there’s renewed optimism in the...
Inflation Rate Falls to 2.8%
When the inflation rate falls, it causes a ripple effect throughout the economy. For those looking to buy a home, remortgage, or invest, it’s a welcome shift.
NI House Prices on the Rise in 2025
If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or remortgaging your home in Northern Ireland you may be concerned with NI house prices. With 2025 already...
Why Now’s The Time to Search for Houses for Sale in Belfast
Northern Ireland’s property market is buzzing and there’s never been a better time to start your home search. On 19th February 2025, PropertyPal -...
Why Rent Prices in Belfast Are Making Northern Ireland a Hot Spot for Property Investors
Over the past few years, the Northern Ireland property market has experienced significant growth, especially in rent prices in Belfast. Belfast has...
Exciting News for Homebuyers: Co-Ownership NI Property Value Limit Increasing!
Exciting News for Homebuyers: Co-Ownership NI Property Value Limit Increasing! We have some fantastic news for anyone looking to get onto the...
Mortgage Rates Dip: Why Now is the Best Time for a 2 Year or 5 Year Fixed Mortgage
In a surprising turn of events, mortgage rates have dipped to their most competitive levels in months, with the most attractive 2 year or 5 year...
Inflation Rises for UK and Northern Ireland Households
Recent figures reveal concerning inflation rises. According to the ONS, UK household costs rose by 2.8% in the year to December 2024.
Halifax Mortgage Rates: New Competitor in Mortgage Rate Cuts
Halifax Mortgage Rates introduced on 21st February 2025 is one of the latest developments as the UK mortgage market is experiencing an exciting...
Mortgage Rate Cuts: What Santander’s Latest Offer Means for You
Mortgage rate cuts are shaking up the mortgage market! Santander has just launched a new range of mortgage deals that could signal the start of a...
How To Improve Your Credit Score
How to improve your credit score if you're planning to buy a home in Belfast or anywhere else in Northern Ireland, your credit report is one of the...
How Equity Release Works
Equity release has become a popular financial option for homeowners aged 55 and over who are looking to unlock the value tied up in their property...
Protect Your Home Against Storm Damage With Home Insurance
With the recent spate of severe weather in Northern Ireland, it has never been more important to protect your home against storm damage with home...
House Prices Continue to Increase In Northern Ireland
House prices continue to increase in Northern Ireland, with the housing market seeing another year of strong performance in 2024, standing out with...
Why Home Insurance Costs Are Rising?
Why Home Insurance Costs Are Rising? If you’re a homeowner in Belfast or the surrounding areas, you may have noticed home insurance costs are...
Buying A House Or Moving Home? Forecast for 2025 Property Prices
As we step into a new year, buying a house or moving home may be on many peoples minds, and it could be the ideal time. The UK housing market is...
What Inflation Rates mean for your Mortgage
According to a recently published article from the National Office of Statistics, most recent figures from October 2024 show inflation at a slight...
New Budget, New Rules: Is Writing a Will Necessary?
When it comes to safeguarding your family’s future, few documents are as crucial as your will. However, despite its importance, many people...
Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4.75%: Impact on Mortgages
What the Latest Bank of England Rate Cut Means for Homeowners and Prospective Buyers The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has...
How The 2024 Budget Could Impact Homebuyers
How the 2024 Budget Could Impact Homebuyers and Investors in Northern Ireland The latest Autumn Budget includes important tax and pension changes,...
When Will Interest Rates Fall Again? Here’s What Homebuyers Need to Know
The Bank of England is gearing up to cut interest rates next month, following a notable drop in inflation. According to the Office for National...