Ross Lacey's Media Coverage

FT Adviser

Business protection is still too often seen as a ‘nice to have’, particularly by smaller businesses, Check Financial director, Oliver Jordan, has cautioned.

Daily Express

Experts have given a summary of how things stand

Plymouth Live

Brokers said it was 'underused'

Daily Mirror

Getting a mortgage when you work for yourself can seem difficult, but a broker said it didn’t have to be

Wales Online

Brokers said it was ‘underused’

Daily Express

Honestly, every little helps with that mortgage

Wales Online

Experts say that a lot of people simply forget about it

Daily Mirror

People face penalties if they miss the annual deadline

Daily Express

There are penalties for missing it

FT Adviser

Advisers have seen an increase in the number of clients accessing tax-free lump sums from their pensions.

Express.co.uk

Banks really do bank on your laziness

Edinburgh Live

The building society has launched two new accounts paying 4%

Lancs Live

The building society has launched two new accounts paying 4%

Cornwall Live

The building society has launched two new accounts paying 4%

Essex Live

The building society has launched two new accounts paying 4%

Daily Star

The building society has launched two new accounts paying 4%

what MORTGAGE

It will take nearly six years for a first-time buyer to save a 10% deposit on a typical property in the UK – but this rises to nine years in London.

Lancs Live

The process could take you between six and nine years to complete

what MORTGAGE

It will take nearly six years for a first-time buyer to save a 10% deposit on a typical property in the UK – but this rises to nine years in London.

Hull Live

The process could take you between six and nine years to complete

The i Paper

Investing can be an excellent way to grow your money, but some people do not feel confident doing so

FT Adviser

Advisers say inconsistency of service standards is the biggest problem with switching pension funds to a new provider.

FT Adviser

Pensioners, savers and landlords will bear the brunt if Labour hikes income tax rates.

Express.co.uk

Analysts fear the Chancellor will turn to pension reforms as a stealthy way to raise revenue without directly hiking taxes on income or spending.

The i Paper

Experts say sellers are being forced to cut property prices - which could be good news for first-time buyers

Birmingham Live

Today is the perfect time to look at your pension pot and financial situation

FT Adviser

Advisers have warned UK individuals against taking tax-free lump sums from their

Wandsworth Times

More high-earners are looking to get HMRC help including Child Benefit, Tax-Free Childcare and 30 hours funded childcare, financial advisers have…

Express.co.uk

EXCLUSIVE: Savers are at risk of falling prey to unregulated companies promising greater returns on their money if the cash ISA tax-free limit is lowered, an expert says.

Express.co.uk

EXCLUSIVE: Experts have cast doubt on DWP claims that reforms could add £29,000 to some pension pots.

Lancs Live

Finance and business experts say something needs to change but ‘now is not the time’

Plymouth Live

Finance and business experts say something needs to change but ‘now is not the time’

This Is Money

First-time buyers with a 20% deposit can now get an interest-only mortgage thanks to a new deal from the lender Gen H.

Moneyweek

Retirement costs are rising and it is important to plan ahead for your golden years. We look at what steps to take if you are 10 years away from retirement.

Daily Mail

Inflation is back on the rise, with a shock jump arriving today. Financial experts gave us their top tips on what you can do to protect your wealth and income.

Moneyweek

Pension savers have more flexibility on how to access their retirement pot but there are risks if you make the wrong decision

Moneyweek

You may have heard of a midlife MOT, but experts say a mid-retirement MOT is also essential to ensure your finances are on track and your pension savings last as long as you do

The Independent

It can be concerning to see a portfolio drop large amounts - but time is your best friend when it comes to share prices

The Sun

MORTGAGE brokers say now is an “ideal time” for first-time buyers if they want to get on the housing ladder – but they’ll have to move fast. Despite chaos in the markets right now, firs…

Moneyweek

Pension savings will form part of inheritance tax calculations from 2027 and many retirees are already taking steps to avoid charges now

The Independent

Self-employed business owners can mix and match to suit their need - and investors should know what they’ll pay on dividends too

Eastern Daily Press

Why do some people need to buy back National Insurance years to qualify for a full State Pension?

Express.co.uk

EXCLUSIVE: The Government is believed to be looking at scrapping the cash ISA or reducing the £20k tax-free allowance, but a problem has emerged experts claim.

Moneyweek

Gilt yields have increased in recent months but what is the best way to play the bond market?

Freelance Informer

Freelancers selling a house? Keep more of your money with these tax-saving tips for your next home purchase.

Express.co.uk

Britons have collectively added £35million more to their state pension pots by using HMRC’s service.

Moneyweek

Changes to mortgage affordability tests are being proposed as a way to boost the ailing UK economy.

Freelance Informer

New research from Aldermore reveals the extent to which self-employed first-time buyers are struggling to get on the property ladder.

Sky News

We begin our overview of the week with a report on pension lump sums that will have caused some concern among those approaching retirement.

Sky News

Financial advisers are receiving a growing number of calls from clients wanting to cash in their 25% tax-free lump sum from their pension, ahead of the budget at the end of this month.

GB News

Financial advisors are speaking out about the growing number of calls they are receiving from clients who are concerned pension tax relief could be scrapped by the new Labour Government.

Moneyweek

You may be at the peak of your career in your 50s but your kids may also come calling for support - here is how to prepare your finances for the decades ahead

The Times

Five-year fixes at less than 4 per cent are available — but not for everyone. Luckily George Nixon has some tips to help you to beat the rush

The Sun

BORROWERS can benefit from lower mortgage bills as major lenders slash rates – but with costs set to come down even further, should you fix now or hang on a bit longer? Barclays, HSBC, Nation…

Manchester Evening News

The amount of households in the UK that wouldn’t be able to handle a few hundreds of pounds as the result of an unexpected expense is highlighting a deeper issue in the country’s pockets, experts are warning

The Mirror

A quarter of UK adults don’t think they would be able to afford a necessary but unexpected £850 bill, new figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown

FTAdviser

Smaller mortgage lenders have been praised by brokers for providing innovation in the sector.

The Telegraph

Increase puts Barclays’ products above competitors, which have announced rate cuts

The Intermediary

“The Government will pay the mortgage” & “smoking is not bad for you”, are among the strangest reasons why borrowers have refused life cover.

This Is Money

Mortgage advisors tell us how their customers are being impacted by higher rates - from stretching their loan terms switching to interest-only deals or asking family for help.

The Intermediary

Life insurance firm, DeadHappy, known for its controversial ads — with one featuring Harold Shipman “because you never know who your doctor might be’ — has announced that it is unable to accept new life...

Property Industry Eye

What impact will government’s 1% deposit mortgage scheme have on the housing market? - Breaking news for estate agents and the residential property industry. Independent, unbiased, and factual reporting....

Moneyweek

We explain the main tax reliefs people fail to claim for and how to get your money back before the end of the tax year

Moneyweek

The S&P 500 has reached record levels while the FTSE 100 is performing well. We explain what this means for investors adding to their portfolios.

FTAdviser

Santander’s update to its affordability calculator shows it is “willing to fight for business beyond simply interest rates”, according to Barnsdale Financial Management principal adviser,...

Moneyweek

From interest rates to inflation and the economic climate, there are plenty of factors to consider if you plan to retire next year – here is how to prepare

The Intermediary

Brokers said the reason for the low volume of remortgages is the sharp rise in product transfers, as many people have no choice but to stay with their existing lender, lenders placing more emphasis on...

Mortgage Professional

Brokers discuss their advice for clients with the Christmas break looming

Mortgage Professional

Brokers discuss their advice for clients with the Christmas break looming

The Sunday Times

It has been 12 months since the government’s disastrous mini-budget threw the financial world into a spin and sent interest rates soaring, leaving many borrowe

The Telegraph

Proportion of homes bought with longer term loans is sharply rising

The Telegraph

Private banking offers a source of finance with several key differences to high street lenders

Mortgage Professional

Brokers have discussed whether variable rates are still recommended

FTAdviser

The majority of adviser clients are not familiar with the term thematic investing, according to the latest FTAdviser Talking Point poll.

London Business News

Government collected almost £6bn in IHT that should have gone to the children and ‘hard-working families’ .…

IFA Magazine

Following the ONS IHT data for the tax year 2020 to 2021 published this morning industry experts have reacted and shared their thoughts with IFA Magazine.

FTAdviser

Just a third of advisers are looking to increase their allocation to private assets over the next year.

The Intermediary - Latest UK mortgage news

Brokers share their predictions as to where the market is headed.

Today's Conveyancer

Homeowners taking out variable rate mortgages is at its “highest level” in 10 years as they feel that high interest rates will be “short lived”, according

Moneyweek

Personal share ownership in the UK stands far below other countries, and this could be holding back the country’s growth.

The Times

The proportion of homeowners taking out variable rate mortgages is at its highest level in ten years as they gamble that the pain caused by much higher rates wi

This Is Money

Homeowners seeking a new loan today face paying a rate above 6% on a two-year fix on average - more than double average rates just two years ago.

Mortgage Professional

Experts discuss market trends

IFA Magazine

A new survey of 2000 people, conducted by investment comparison site Investing Reviews, has revealed that 42% of Brits would prefer to leave the UK and live

This Is Money

Repayments on new mortgages accounted for an average of 20 per cent of borrowers’ gross incomes between January and April, according to trade body UK Finance.

FTAdviser

The launch by Skipton Building Society of a deposit-free mortgage, specifically aimed at renters has taken the headlines by storm.

The Intermediary - Latest UK mortgage news

Since its inception, the UK Government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme has supported the completion of 547,187 property purchases, according to recent data.

The Telegraph

Number of millennials living under parents’ roof hits 4.9m in England and Wales

The Intermediary - Latest UK mortgage news

As details emerge on what the Skipton’s 100% mortgage looks like brokers have been quick to praise the building society but negative equity fears causes some concern.

IFA Magazine

Earlier this week, Skipton Building Society announced their new 100% mortgage scheme that will allow renters who are struggling to save a deposit the chance to

Mortgage Solutions

Brokers have broadly welcomed Skipton Building Society’s track record mortgage product saying it could help a cohort of generation rent onto the property ladder and encourage more innovation in the sector.

FTAdviser

Responsible investment funds grew as an overall share of funds under management in the UK last year, driven in part by the number of new fund launches.

FTAdviser

The government’s ban on financial cold calling has been welcomed by financial advisers who say the move will help build trust in the financial industry.

IFA Magazine

Free PR Platform, Newspage®, has been asking mortgage brokers if they are seeing growing demand from clients for longer-term mortgages due to affordability rea

The Intermediary - Latest UK mortgage news

This growth in popularity has been attributed by many to the affordability issues experienced due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

IFA Magazine

Brokers around the UK have noted the growing popularity of product transfers, with one saying it’s “positively raining” them. The reasons are affordab

FTAdviser

Mortgage rates have remained stable over the past month, with brokers reporting relief that the market has reached a protracted period of relative calmness.

IFA Magazine

Following the US inflation data published earlier, free PR platform Newspage, has collected the thoughts of brokers and advisers and has shared them with IFA M

The Intermediary

The IMF’s World Economic Outlook says rates are likely to head back to the historic lows if the country gets on top of inflation.

The Sunday Times

Stick or twist? That’s been the question facing homeowners since interest rates spiked in October. Mortgage holders who have come to the end of their deal rece