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How to plan for inheritance tax
Following the news that thousands more people are expected to pay the standard 40% inheritance tax this year because of the effects of...
Jul 15, 20213 min read


Turning ‘generation rent’ into ‘generation buy’ - New 95% mortgage scheme to help first-time buyers
Lenders are now offering a government-backed 95% mortgage scheme to help more first-time buyers onto the property ladder. The government...
Jun 2, 20212 min read


Life insurance in trust
A life insurance policy in trust is a legal arrangement that keeps a life insurance pay out separate from the valuation of your estate...
May 24, 20212 min read


Let to Buy Mortgages: The Genius Guide
Let to Buy transactions are great for existing homeowners looking to up-size into a new home whilst retaining your current home.
May 24, 20213 min read


First Time Landlords – The Genius Guide
Whether you’re looking to support your retirement or perhaps interested in creating a passive income, buy to let investments can be great...
May 17, 20214 min read


Help to Buy Explained
If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking to buy your first home, we appreciate it can be challenging journey to become a homeowner!
May 17, 20213 min read


Step by Step: Genius Guide to Buying Your First Home
From valuers to solicitors, let’s learn about what’s to come on your home buying journey!
May 17, 20214 min read


Genius Mortgage Guide to Self-employed Mortgages
we’re dedicated helping people understand their finances and giving the best advice possible. We’ve put this guide together....
May 12, 20214 min read


Get to know your SVR
Get to know your SVR As a nation, we aren’t great with our financial acronyms and terminology. Life is busy and our heads are often full...
May 11, 20212 min read


How do I prove my income for a mortgage?
With Covid-19 rules changing almost daily, extensions to furloughs and local and national lockdowns many are facing money worries this...
May 11, 20212 min read


Home insurance - Buildings vs. contents cover
Your home is likely to be the most expensive purchase you’ll ever make so it’s important to insure it properly.
May 11, 20213 min read


Business Protection. You need it more than ever
With UK businesses borrowing billions via government-backed loan schemes during the coronavirus crisis, more heavily indebted than ever.
May 11, 20212 min read


The world is changing – so should your insurance
By regularly reviewing your protection policies you can rest easy, knowing you have the right type and level of cover for you.
May 11, 20212 min read


Home insurance add-ons explained
These optional extras allow you to tailor your policy to your own individual circumstances, so you only pay for the cover you need.
May 11, 20212 min read


Protect your peace of mind when moving home
If you’ve just moved or are about to, you’ll need to make sure your new home and possessions are looked after with the appropriate protectio
May 11, 20212 min read


The perks of protection
As well as peace of mind, many insurance providers offer additional benefits that you may not know about.
May 11, 20213 min read


Get mortgage fit!
Estimates suggest that well over one million borrowers have lapsed onto their lender’s default standard variable rate (SVR). Has this happe
May 11, 20212 min read


Do I really need a survey?
Is there much point in having independent survey when the bank is carrying out their own survey? Yes!
May 10, 20212 min read


5 Tips for Property Investment
Money not working hard enough for you? Large sums of money sat in your bank account is the easiest way to potentially losing your money in t
Apr 19, 20213 min read


Bridging Loans: A Genius Guide
A bridging loan is often referred to as a “Short term” mortgage, typically ranging from 3 to 18 months in length.
Apr 19, 20213 min read
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