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14/10/2026

If your fixed rate is coming to an end, waiting until the last minute could be a costly mistake. Here’s why you should start looking at your remortgage options months in advance…

Avoid unnecessary stress. Give yourself plenty of time to explore your options without the pressure of a looming deadline.

Potentially save money. Reviewing your options early could help you find a more competitive rate and potentially reduce your monthly repayments, especially with rates increasing. You can lock in now and if rates increase you benefit from the lower one.

Avoid moving onto your lender’s standard variable rate (SVR) When your current deal ends, you’ll usually move onto your lender’s SVR unless you arrange a new deal. This can mean higher monthly payments.

Explore your options You may be able to secure a new deal with your existing lender or remortgage with a different lender, depending on your circumstances.

Don’t wait until your current deal expires! The earlier you start reviewing your options, the more time you have to make an informed decision about what’s right for you.

13/10/2026

You’ve had your baby, your priorities have changed, and going back to work full time just doesn’t feel right anymore. Here are 3 things worth knowing:

Your income matters. If you reduce your hours, a lender will usually assess the income you’ll receive going forward.

Your affordability matters too. Childcare, bills and other household expenses will all play a part in how much you may be able to borrow.

The right lender makes a difference. Mortgage lenders have different criteria, so understanding which ones may suit your circumstances is important.

And please remember… reducing your hours to spend more time with your children doesn’t automatically mean your dream of owning a home has to disappear.

As a mum, I understand that life changes, priorities shift, and your financial plans need to work around your family, not the other way around.

At Rose James Finance, I’ll help you understand your options and explore what may be possible for you 💗

08/10/2026

This is a question I get asked by mums who are thinking about moving or buying their first home.

Being on maternity leave doesn’t necessarily mean you have to wait until you’re back at work before you can apply for a mortgage.

Lenders can have different approaches to maternity leave. Your circumstances, income and return to work plans can all be relevant.

So please don’t assume you won’t qualify just because you’re currently on maternity leave.

The right advice can make all the difference.

07/10/2026

What’s holding you back? The deposit?
Mortgage rates?
Not knowing how much you can borrow?
Your credit score?
Being self-employed?
Just not knowing where to start? Why not ask? I spend my days helping people work out what’s possible including buyers who aren’t sure they’ll qualify.

Your question might be something loads of other buyers are wondering too.

06/10/2026

You’ve got your deposit.

You’ve found the house.

You’re ready to buy…..but then you realise lenders look at SO much more than your salary.

Your income
Your deposit
Your credit commitments
Finance payments
Childcare costs
Your spending
The lender’s individual criteria

And that’s exactly why getting mortgage advice before you start house hunting can save you a LOT of stress.

05/10/2026

I get asked this question all the time and the answer is YES. Knowing your potential budget before you fall in love with a house can save you a LOT of disappointment.

It also means you’ll know what your numbers look like before you’re ready to make an offer.

01/10/2026

I see first time buyers focus so much on saving their deposit that they forget about something else lenders look at…

Your bank statements

It’s not just about how much money you’ve saved. Lenders can look at your regular spending, commitments and financial behaviour when assessing your application.

Constantly using your overdraft
Taking out new credit
Large unexplained payments/transfers
Regular gambling

Does this mean you can’t buy a house if you spend money? Absolutely not. But if you’re hoping to buy soon, it’s worth knowing what could affect your application BEFORE you apply

30/09/2026

Everyone waiting for mortgage rates to drop is forgetting one thing…

You’re not the only one waiting.

If rates fall, more buyers could decide to jump back into the market.

That could mean:
More people viewing the same properties
More competition between buyers
Less room to negotiate on price
Sellers having more choice about who they sell to

So while a lower mortgage rate sounds great, it doesn’t necessarily mean buying a home will become easier.

Sometimes, buying when the numbers work for you and the right home comes along can make more sense than waiting for the “perfect” rate.

And remember, your mortgage today doesn’t have to be your mortgage forever. If rates improve in the future, you may have the opportunity to review your deal.

The right time to buy isn’t when the headlines say so.
It’s when the numbers work for YOU.

Less competition can be an advantage too

29/09/2026

Mortgage. Bills. Food. Family. Car. Life.
Would £123.25 cover it?
If you were unable to work tomorrow, could you still:

Pay your mortgage or rent?
Cover your household bills?
Do your usual food shop?
Pay for your car and fuel?
Keep up with the costs of family life?
Still afford the things you normally enjoy?

For many people, the answer would be no.

Statutory Sick Pay is currently £123.25 a week for eligible employees.

And that’s exactly why I believe protecting your income is so important.

Your income pays for everything else.

Your mortgage. Your bills. Your food. Your lifestyle. Your children’s activities. Your plans for the future.

Income protection is designed to help bridge the gap between what you’d receive if you couldn’t work and the income you actually rely on.

Because having life insurance protects your family if you’re no longer here.

But what happens if you’re still here… and simply can’t work?

28/09/2026

The Government has announced plans for a new “Your First Home” scheme to help more first time buyers get onto the property ladder.

Here’s the idea:

You put down 2.5%
The Government provides a 20% equity loan
You get a mortgage for the rest
The equity loan would initially be interest-free

Sounds exciting, right?

There are still lots of details to be confirmed, including who will qualify, income limits, property price caps and when the scheme will actually launch.

BUT….I’ll keep you updated as more information is released.

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