Managing Mortgage Stress – We’re Here For You
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a second- stepper or further up the housing ladder, buying a home is always a big move and can feel a bit like a roller coaster ride at the best of times. Now there is the added complications and worries that the COVID-19 pandemic may have caused for people’s lives, […]
Embarking on a DIY project? Check your home insurance!
The weather is improving, you may have some extra time on your hands and judging by the queues outside hardware stores, people are seizing the opportunity to get some home improvement jobs underway, particularly with more Britons than ever working from home. Between February and March 2020, Google searches for ‘DIY’ increased by 9% year-on-year, […]
Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Business Support Structure
During our 30 years in business we’ve helped thousands of clients navigate their financial decisions and achieve the right results, from buying a first home to providing an income in retirement and everything in between. Ensuring consistently great results for our clients is essential to our success, and that in turn relies on the experience […]
As mortgage advisers we often get asked about house values… Well here are some tips on home improvements to add value to your home:
Evidence suggests that many more of us are putting down roots and choosing to stay in our current homes for longer. The average time a homeowner in the UK stays in their property is 21 years. This contrasts with the 1980’s, when a fast-rising property market encouraged a move every eight years on average. However, […]
Been meaning to do it for ages? It’s time to look at Estate Planning:
Estate planning encompasses not only preparing your finances to ensure your assets are protected for your loved ones once you are gone, but it’s also about ensuring you have enough money to live on. It starts with obtaining a comprehensive view of your assets. Assessing the value of your estate and ensuring the right documentation […]
The last adviser in our series… a round of applause please for Tom Graham!
Name: Tom Graham What do you do at Stan Sherlock Associates? I am a Mortgage and Protection Adviser, providing professional and tailored advice to help you achieve your financial goals. I pride myself on giving a bespoke service, treating you as an individual so I have a true understanding of what you want to achieve […]
Investing for Children – The Junior ISA
There was welcome news for young savers in the March Budget with the government announcing the Junior ISA (JISA) allowance was to be more than doubled, from £4,368 to £9,000 from 6 April 2020. JISA and CTFs both benefit JISAs replaced Child Trust Funds (CTF) in 2011, but those who stillhold CTF will continue to […]
An update on mortgage payment holidays – three month extension
The Government has announced the requirement for lenders to extend the initial three-month mortgage payment holiday scheme by a further three months. They felt that the extension was necessary because it would be too sudden and soon to end the scheme now for those currently experiencing financial difficulties. This means help and support will continue […]
As part of our series “Getting to Know our Advisers” we introduce you to Emma Sherlock…
Name: Emma Sherlock What do you do at Stan Sherlock Associates? I’m one of two Directors at SSA. My main role is making sure that we are a well oiled machine creating fantastic end results for our clients. What has surprised you the most about working in Financial Services? It’s not all about numbers! You would think anything to […]
How Secure Is Your Business?
Business protection is a crucial element in a company’s financial future, but how many have cover in place? You may have covered the tangible assets in your business, but have you protected the most important asset; the people who contribute directly to your bottom line? If the answer is no, you could be putting your […]