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A modern approach to Retirement planning

Colin Simmons from M&G discusses the evolving modern Retirement landscape

Colin Simmons  |  4 min read
29 September 2025

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Are fixed-term annuities a retirement game changer?

Standard Life's Pete Cowell, Head of Annuities, Individual Retirement Solutions, explains how higher rates and a desire for certainty are fuelling a comeback for annuities, with flexible fixed-term products proving popular.

Pete Cowell  |  4 min read
22 September 2025

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Overcoming “unqualified objections” to protection

When approaching the subject of protection with clients, it’s important to consider the perception your client holds over their level of financial resilience and how this might impact the conversation. LV='s Mike Farrell discusses in the latest blog

Mike Farrell  |  4 min read
18 August 2025

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Generating Demand: A Missed Opportunity in New Build Mortgages

In today’s fast-moving mortgage market, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s an opportunity. For mortgage brokers working in the New Build sector, it’s time to start seeing lender innovation not just as a product feature, but as a strategic tool for growth, visibility, and long-term client value. Jonathan Evans, Senior National Account and New Build Lead from Skipton Building Society discusses.

Jonathan Evans  |  3 min read
14 July 2025

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The affordability hurdle for first time buyers

Derek Adams, Senior National Accounts Lead for Skipton Building Society discusses the challenges facing first-time buyers today

Derek Adams  |  3 min read
19 May 2025

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Breaking the illness and isolation cycle

Cirencester Friendly's Victoria Margesson explores illness and isolation, and what clients can do to break free of the cycle.

Victoria Margesson  |  4 min read
05 May 2025

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Industry Voice Spring 2025 edition - Next Gen Mortgages

Get your free copy of the latest issue of Industry Voice which explores new products and technology in the face of changing mortgage buyer demographics.

Guest contributor  |  2 min read
10 March 2025

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The longer financial impact of illness

Cirencester Friendly's Victoria Margesson discusses long-term illness, injuries and the financial impact that these can have on clients.

Victoria Margesson  |  4 min read
27 January 2025