by Steve Beeton | Jun 12, 2026 | Mortgages
How making optional payments can protect your equity, reduce long‑term costs, and give you more control over your future. A lifetime mortgage is one of the most flexible ways for homeowners aged 55+ to release tax‑free cash from their property. But one of the biggest...
by Steve Beeton | May 15, 2026 | Mortgages
For first-time buyers in 2026, the property market is in stark contrast to when previous generations bought their first homes. The average first-time buyer in 1960 paid a deposit of just £595 (roughly £12,738 today)[1] compared to an average of £53,424 in 2024[2]. A...
