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Why conflict in the Middle East could affect your mortgage repayments

Published: April 7, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

The war in Iran could lead to higher interest rates and affect the cost of your mortgage. Find out why and whether you could be affected. At the end of 2025, there was an expectation that the Bank of England … Continue reading

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What past market volatility has taught us about investor behaviour

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

The current situation in the Middle East has led to market volatility. While it might seem new, similar movements have happened before, and looking at how these events have affected investor behaviour could be useful. At the end of February … Continue reading

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Why overlooking financial protection could put homeowners at risk

Published: March 5, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

Despite new homeowners worrying about losing their home if their income were to stop, only 15% prioritise taking out financial protection, according to a survey carried out by Vitality (22 January 2026). In fact, homeowners are far more likely to … Continue reading

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What happens when your fixed-rate mortgage ends?

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

An estimated 1.8 million fixed-rate mortgages will end in 2026, according to UK Finance (15 December 2025). If you’re among the homeowners whose deal will end in the coming months, read on to find out why you should be proactive, … Continue reading

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Explained: Why your pension could become liable for Inheritance Tax

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Next year, a significant change to how pensions are treated when calculating Inheritance Tax (IHT) could mean more families become liable for the tax. Here’s what you need to know to understand if your estate could be affected and how … Continue reading