Prediction: Why the Bank of England Will Hold Interest Rates at 3.75% This Week
Rate Decision Prediction: Why the Bank of England Will Hold Interest Rates at 3.75% This Week Published: 17 March 2026 Author: Paul Welch This Thursday, March 19, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will announce its latest decision on the UK’s base interest rate. Just a few weeks ago, the financial markets considered […]
Red Alert: Why the UK Mortgage Market Just Hit a Tipping Point
Market Alert Red Alert: Why the UK Mortgage Market Just Hit a Tipping Point The financial markets have sent a clear and urgent signal. In the last 48 hours, the underlying costs that determine every fixed-rate mortgage in the UK have surged dramatically. This is not a minor fluctuation. It is a seismic shift that […]
London prime softens as affluent buyers chase value outside the capital
While super-prime London still attracts global wealth, the £1m–£10m buyer is increasingly heading for the country Prime London property has hit a soft patch, and it’s not just political noise or tax threats behind the slowdown. According to Paul Welch, founder of Million Plus Private Finance, affluent buyers in the £1m–£10m range are prioritising space, lifestyle and value, pushing demand beyond the […]
Should I Fix My Mortgage Now or Wait?
If you’re approaching the end of your current mortgage deal, you’ve probably asked yourself this question more than once. The decision between fixing your mortgage rate now or waiting for a potentially better deal can feel overwhelming, particularly during periods of rate uncertainty. The truth is there’s no single answer that works for everyone. What […]
How the Wealthy Use Property to Reduce Tax (A Legal Overview)
Property sits at the core of generational wealth planning. For high-net-worth individuals and families, residential and commercial property represents both tangible security and strategic opportunity—assets that appreciate, generate income, and can be structured for long-term tax efficiency. How the wealthy use property to reduce tax isn’t about evasion or aggressive schemes. It’s about early planning, […]
Holiday Lets vs Long-Term Lets: Which Pays More?
The question hits landlords’ inboxes constantly: should I Airbnb this property or let it long-term? Rising rents make traditional buy-to-let look attractive again. But holiday let nightly rates seem unbeatable. Convert that coastal cottage to short-term stays and watch the income roll in, right? Not quite. Holiday lets vs long term lets isn’t a simple […]
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