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Expert insights on savings and mortgages 

Discover a wealth of tips, guidance and industry news

 

Our Knowledge Centre is bursting with expert insight and info. Whether you’re a saver or a borrower, our blogs are here to guide you through life with confidence.

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Savings blogs

Out-saving inflation

How can you keep saving for your sunny days?

3 min read

Fixed vs variable interest rates

3 min read

Five tips to prepare for back-to-school costs

Get ready for the new term with some budgeting tricks.

4 min read

Planning for legacy

Does your legacy drive saving goals?

3 min read

Over 50s wealth forecast

Helping savers over 50 feel clear, and in control of their savings

3 min read

Inflation-proof your sunny days

Don’t let inflation get in the way of saving for those sunny day moments.

3 min read

Five common savings mistakes

3 min read

Reduce financial waste

3 min read

What's your sunny day wish?

Savings shouldn’t just be for the essentials, but for those unforgettable moments.

3 min read

Do you owe tax on your savings?

4 min read

Feel better about money

3 min read

Can saving boost your wellbeing?

Setting money aside for experiences can do wonders to support mental and physical health.

4 min read

A gift I’ve given myself

4 min read

Helping us make a difference

We care about making life better, not only for our members and our employees, but also the community in which they live and work.

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Boost your life satisfaction

4 min read

Save a little, when you can

4 min read

Balance saving and spending

4 min read

What’s next for interest rates in 2025?

4 min read

Tips to brighten your January

2 min read

Plan your winter sun getaway

2 min read

Looking ahead to 2025

3 min read

Fixed rate bonds and cash ISAs

4 min read

Personal Savings Allowance

3 min read

Luxury travel on a budget

4 min read

Saving for next year's getaway

3 min read

What type of saver are you? quiz

2 min read

How saving boosts your wellbeing

3 min read

How to help a new uni student budget for university

3 min read

What the election means for savers

3 min read

How your savings have an impact

4 min read

The psychology of saving

3 min read

Planning for a lower interest rate environment

4 min read

Top savings tips for first time buyers

3 min read

How to become a savvy saver

4 min read

Choosing childrens accounts

2 min read

Your first steps to saving smart

3 min read

Learn more about ISAs and the tax-free saving option.

ISAs explained

Homeowner articles

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Product transfer or remortgage?

 

Making an informed choice based on your individual circumstances.

 

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Considered an Offset mortgage?

 

Explore the advantages of Offset mortgages and make your savings work for you.

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Homeowner blogs

Sustainable home upgrades

Smart changes for your wallet and the environment.

3 min read

Coastal or countryside living?

Dreaming of a slower pace of life. But is that beside the sea or in the country?

3 min read

Popular home extensions

Add space and value to your home

3 min read

Lower base rate, higher hopes

As base rate is falling, how will this benefit mortgage repayments?

4 min read

The Offset benefit

3 min read

Boost your home’s value

3 min read

Stamp Duty changes

The amount of Stamp Duty you pay changed on 1 April 2025. It's important to understand how it could impact you.

3 min read

A spring staycation

4 min read

Looking ahead to 2025

4 min read

What to consider before overpaying

2 min read

Ready to make a move?

4 min read

Transform your home

4 min read

Why overpay your mortgage?

3 min read

Why do interest rates change?

3 min read

Why stay with us?

3 min read

Factors beyond mortgage rate

5 min read

Essential steps for new homeowners

3 min read

Steps to become a first time buyer

6 min read

10 steps to buying your first home

6 min read

The cost of being a first time buyer

3 min read

Product transfer or remortgage?

2 min read

Considered an Offset mortgage?

2 min read

Other articles

Putting our members first

Helping people for over 140 years.

3 min read

What's happening with the base rate?

We've unpicked what the base rate changes mean for borrowers and savers.

5 min read

Spring Statement 2025

Here are some important headlines from the Spring Statement March 2025.

3 min read

Your power of attorney, your way

Helpful information to break down what a power of attoney is and information how to set-up.

5 min read

Giving back while saving

5 min read

Celebrating with you

2 min read

Supporting Centrepoint

2 min read

Improve your EPC rating

3 min read

Holiday fraud

3 min read

B Corp

1 min read

Going green?

3 min read

Green scams

2 min read

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