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Should You Buy a Second Home? Tax, Rental, and Investment Considerations

Buying a second home is no longer a niche move reserved for the ultra-wealthy.Across the UK, more people are weighing up holiday homes, rental properties,and long-term investment purchases. In fact, second-home ownership has risensharply in recent years, driven by lifestyle changes, flexible working, and agrowing appetite for property as a stable investment. But before you […]

Second Home Insurance Decoded: Costs, Coverage and Essential Insights

Owning a second home is a pleasure, a privilege, but more notably, aresponsibility. Whether it’s a seaside bolthole, a countryside retreat, or a city flatyou use now and again, a second property brings very different risks to yourmain home. That’s why second home insurance exists, and why getting theright cover matters. This guide explains what […]

Office Insurance Explained: Understanding Costs and Coverage for Your Business

It’s fair to say that office insurance isn’t the most exciting part of running abusiness. But when something goes wrong (a burst pipe, a stolen laptop, a slipin reception) it quickly becomes the most important. The good news is thatoffice insurance in the UK doesn’t need to be expensive or full of small print youdon’t […]

Understanding Shop Insurance: Coverage, Costs and Requirements for UK Retailers

Running a shop in the UK comes with a lot of responsibility. Stock management, customer service, opening hours, keeping the card machine alive on a Saturday afternoon… and, of course, protecting your business properly. Whether you own a convenience store, boutique clothing shop, café, bookshop or barber’s, commercial insurance plays a huge role in keeping […]

Restaurant Insurance Essentials: Coverage, Costs & Legal Requirements for UK Eateries

Running a restaurant is exciting, fast-paced, and full of moving parts – quite literally. One minute you’re plating mains, the next you’re managing orders, training new staff, or dealing with a fryer that has chosen the worst possible time to spark an attitude. Among all this, insurance can sometimes feel like a boring admin task […]

Maximise Your Rental Income: The Ultimate Guide to Letting Your Holiday Home

Letting your holiday home can be one of the most rewarding ways to generate extra income, offset running costs, and get more value out of your investment. For many owners, a holiday let starts as a side project and soon becomes a reliable revenue stream that pays for itself, and sometimes quite a lot more. […]

Holiday Home Insurance: What You’ll Really Pay and Why

Holiday Home Insurance: What You’ll Really Pay and Why November 13, 2025 Buying a holiday home feels like a place to escape the 9-to-5, gather family, or even earn a little extra income. But there’s also the not-so-sunny side: protecting that slice of paradise usually costs more than you expect. In the UK, the average […]

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Can You Turn Your House Into a Holiday Let?

Turning your home into a holiday let can be a great way to boost your income and make the most of a property you’re not using year-round. If you’ve been wondering “can I rent my house out as a holiday let,” the answer is yes – but there are rules, permissions, and practicalities to consider […]

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Where to Invest in a UK Holiday Let: A Guide to Choosing the Right Location

Holiday lets remain one of the most resilient and profitable property investments in the UK. Whether you’re a seasoned landlord or a first-time investor, choosing the right location is the single most important decision you’ll make. The right spot can mean high occupancy rates, year-round bookings, and happy guests who keep coming back. In this […]

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