News

What is Equity Release?

Friday 12 August 2022

Equity release refers to a range of financial products that provide you with access to the equity (cash) tied up in your home.

Will the mortgage rule changes affect first time buyers?

Thursday 11 August 2022

The Bank of England (BoE) will be making a change to the mortgage affordability test it currently places on mortgage applicants. 

Bank of England Interest rate rises by 0.5%

Thursday 4 August 2022

The Bank of England raise the interest rate by 0.5% to 1.75% in its continued attempt to rein in the increasing inflation rates.

RICS Cladding Update – Is help becoming available for remortgaging flats?

Friday 29 July 2022

Mortgages and the sale of flats within buildings above 11 metres has been highly impacted by the issues around the use of unsafe cladding.

Should I stay on a Standard Variable Rate Mortgage?

Thursday 28 July 2022

When you are thinking about a remortgage, Standard Variable Rate mortgages (SVR) have both positives and negatives to consider...

Thomas Oliver – SME News Awards Winner 2022

Wednesday 27 July 2022

Our Mortgage Brokers & Financial Advisers are proud to announce winning the prestigious Best Quality Financial Service Providers Hertfordshire Award.

Reduce mortgage payments to help during the cost-of-living crisis

Tuesday 26 July 2022

Mortgage repayments are often the largest outgoing that homeowners face on a monthly basis. Will a remortgage reduce mortgage payments?

Thomas Oliver Charity Update – July 2022

Monday 25 July 2022

Over the previous five years, the financial planning team at Thomas Oliver has been dedicated to helping raise much-needed money for local charities.

Experienced mortgage adviser looking for a new job? Join our team

Thursday 21 July 2022

The Thomas Oliver Mortgage Broking Team is expanding, so we are looking for talented mortgage brokers to join the growing team.

Update on 5% deposit mortgages for first time buyers

Friday 8 July 2022

Our Mortgage Broker in Cricklewood, North London reviews the status of 5% deposit mortgages for first time buyers.