Mortgage Guides & Advice

Practical, plain English guides written by our Chorley-based advisers, covering everything from buying your first home to reviewing your mortgage. When you are ready to act on what you have read, our mortgage advice service is here to help.

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Retirement Interest Only Mortgages Explained - How They Work and Who They Suit

Retirement Interest Only Mortgages Explained - How They Work and Who They Suitby: Richard Gill BSc (Hons), Adv CeMAP, CeRER Published on: 13/04/2026

A clear guide to retirement interest only mortgages - how they work, the basic criteria, and whether they could be the right option for you.

Later Life Planning
Retirement Interest Only Mortgages Explained - How They Work and Who They Suit

Why Has the War in the Middle East Pushed Up Mortgage Rates?

Why Has the War in the Middle East Pushed Up Mortgage Rates?by: Richard Gill BSc (Hons), Adv CeMAP, CeRER Published on: 08/04/2026

The Middle East conflict has pushed mortgage rates higher in the UK. Here is why - and what it means if you are buying, remortgaging, or coming off a fixed rate.

Community & News
Why Has the War in the Middle East Pushed Up Mortgage Rates?

How UK Mortgages Are Priced - and Why the Bank of England Base Rate Matters

How UK Mortgages Are Priced - and Why the Bank of England Base Rate Mattersby: Richard Gill BSc (Hons), Adv CeMAP, CeRER Published on: 04/02/2026

Wondering why your mortgage rate is what it is? This plain English guide from Aspect Mortgages explains how UK mortgage pricing works, what the Bank of England base rate really means, and what affects your deal.

Mortgage Guides
How UK Mortgages Are Priced - and Why the Bank of England Base Rate Matters

Green Mortgages Explained - How Energy Efficiency Can Save You Money

Green Mortgages Explained - How Energy Efficiency Can Save You Moneyby: Richard Gill BSc (Hons), Adv CeMAP, CeRER Published on: 07/10/2025

Green mortgages offer lower rates, cashback, and better borrowing for energy-efficient homes. This guide from Aspect Mortgages explains how they work, who qualifies, and how to find the right deal.

Mortgage Guides
Green Mortgages Explained - How Energy Efficiency Can Save You Money

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