Why is it harder for first-time buyers to buy in 2025?
For first-time buyers in 2025, the property market is in stark contrast to when previous generations bought their first homes. The average first-time buyer in 1960 paid a deposit of just £595 (roughly £12,738 today) compared to an average of £53,424 in 2024. A recent report by Skipton found that just one in eight […]
How Improving Your Credit Score
Credit scores can affect anything from financing to phone contracts and loans. Most importantly, the better your credit score, the higher your chance of being offered a good deal for your mortgage, opening the door to significant savings. Lilac Financial can help you to understand your money, giving you valuable insights into becoming more financially [...]The pros and cons of downsizing
Downsizing could mean lower overheads as well as the extra cash from the sale of your home. But there are factors to consider before you make the decision. From reducing household bills to boosting retirement savings, there are plenty of reasons why people choose to downsize and move to a smaller property. It’s important to [...]How financial advice adds more value to your life than you may realise
The cost of living crisis is causing many to re-evaluate the benefits of financial advice. Traditionally, the value of financial advice has been measured by monetary results of investment performance and returns. Today, the cost of living crisis is causing many to re-evaluate the benefits of financial advice. These days, financial planning is about more [...]Five practical reasons; why you should create a financial plan with your partner
Money and financial goals are still sometimes viewed as taboo subjects, even within relationships. If you’ve been putting off conversations about finances, creating a plan together could have many benefits. Actively talking about money can be positive for both you and your loved ones, and research suggests it’s something younger generations are more likely to […]