Meg Bratley
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Redefining protection: why critical illness deserves greater attention
When it comes to protection planning, life insurance is often front of mind, but what about the financial impact of surviving a…
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Property experts react to the latest Halifax House Price Index data
UK house prices continued their upward trajectory in October, according to the Halifax House Price Index, rising by 0.6% following a 0.3% fall in September. It…
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Critical illness cover: the overlooked cornerstone of financial resilience
As part of IFA Magazine’s Friday Focus this week, we look into the crucial yet often underestimated role of Critical Illness insurance. In this…
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Industry experts bring critical illness back into focus
In today’s evolving protection landscape, Critical Illness Cover (CIC) often takes a back seat to products like Income Protection, not because it’s less important,…
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Friday Focus: critical illness takes centre stage
This week’s Friday Focus wraps up our series by turning the spotlight on Critical Illness Cover (CIC), a cornerstone of financial protection that can be…
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With rates on hold, conveyancers face backlog when borrower demand spikes
The Bank of England’s decision to hold the base rate steady has left many borrowers in a state of uncertainty, particularly those…
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Mortgage pricing paints a more optimistic picture despite BoE rate hold
Following the Bank of England’s decision to hold the base rate at 4%, industry experts have been quick to assess what this means…
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Stability or stagnation? BoE’s 4% rate hold sets the tone for the mortgage market in 2025
The Bank of England (BoE) has announced that the base rate will remain at 4% for the second consecutive time, meaning it will stay…
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Mortgage market slows ahead of Budget as buyers pull back – but advisers face record product choice
The mortgage market softened in October, with Twenty7tec data showing a continued drop in first-time buyer activity and total residential searches also edging lower. …
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Moneyfacts Average Mortgage Rate dips below 5%
The Moneyfacts Average Mortgage Rate has dropped below 5%. The latest analysis by Moneyfactscompare.co.uk reveals how the rate has changed over time. Rachel Springall,…
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