Early April saw the Government’s 2% reduction in National Insurance on wages take effect, which represents a welcome bonus for many, however we look ahead to a potential risk of tax increases further down the line.

The process of buying a home or arranging a remortgage can feel stressful enough, but it’s being made more challenging by recent data that reveals the average shelf-life of a mortgage product has dropped from 28 days down to just 15 days1, making it more important than ever to act fast to help secure a deal that’s suitable for you.

With a shortage of properties available in certain parts of the UK, we look at whether it could be the ideal time to consider the popular self-build home route and create your own ‘Grand Design’.

If you and your family are thinking of needing extra space – the natural thought can be to simply search for a new property. However, with the turbulent housing market and rising cost of mortgages – one answer might be right under your feet.

According to recent figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS), the UK fell into a recession for the final three months of 2023. Here, we look further into this to find out what it can mean for the average person with a mortgage.