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At MyBump2Baby, we understand the responsibility that comes with having a baby. We also understand that responsibility can come with worries, and financial worries can be common. We work closely with financial experts who provide family-focused advice regarding all things money.  Here, you’ll find financial advice regarding avoiding online scams, life insurance, home deposit savings, wills, and important information to teach children about money. Financial planning is extremely important, and our experts are on hand to answer all of your questions relating to family finances. These articles are written and fact-checked by industry experts.

Sneaky habits that could be draining your wallet

3 Sneaky Habits That Could Be Draining Your Wallet—And How to Stop Them

As a parent of young children managing your finances is crucial…
insurance your safety net or unnecessary expense

Insurance: Your Safety Net or Unnecessary Expense?

Insurance. It’s a word that often evokes a mixture of dread…
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Navigating the Storm: Your Essential Guide to Support During Divorce

Divorce. The word alone conjures up a storm of emotions: sadness,…

Your Financial Life Stages: A Roadmap to Success

Life is a journey, and your finances are no exception. Just like your priorities change as you grow older, your financial plan needs to adapt too. This article will guide you through the five key financial life stages, outlining the key considerations and actions to take at each point.

Don’t Be a Victim: How to Protect Yourself From Scammers

We've all heard the stories – a friend or family member who lost a significant amount of money to a scam. It's easy to think, "That wouldn't happen to me, I'm too savvy." But the reality is that scammers are getting craftier, and complacency is our biggest enemy. In the UK alone, nearly half of all individual crime in 2022 was fraud-related, a staggering statistic that highlights the growing threat.

How Not To Get Caught By Online Holiday Scams

How not to get caught by online holiday scams - Now that spring is in the air, you might be thinking about a summer holiday with your little ones. Chances are, you’ll be booking your get-away online - according to ABTA, 83% of people booked a holiday online in 2022-23.

Equipping Your Child for Financial Literacy: A Parent’s Guide

Equipping Your Child for Financial Literacy: A Parent's Guide - Keep it fun, engaging, and relevant to their everyday lives. By starting early and incorporating these financial concepts into everyday life, you can empower your child to manage their money effectively, navigate the financial world with confidence, and ultimately achieve financial security as adults.
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Could you afford to keep your home if you became critically ill?

For many of us, buying a home is the biggest financial commitment…

Not having life insurance comes at a cost

Death rates are still higher than pre-pandemic¹ levels, yet…

Review your 2024 resolutions

Have you managed to stick to your New Year resolutions? Undertaking…

Feeling Financially Frazzled? Conquer the Year with Seasonal Planning!

Picture this: it's December 31st, and you're staring at a year-end…
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What to expect for housing in 2024

As 2024 begins in earnest, what can homeowners, sellers and prospective…
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Don’t forget about insurance that auto renews

In 2022, people in the UK unknowingly spent half a billion pounds¹…

Here for you in 2024 – come what may

As research(1) reveals that 45% of UK adults are losing sleep…
Five family-friendly financial resolutions for 2024

Five family-friendly financial resolutions for 2024

What are your new year’s resolutions? According to data from…

Why you need financial protection: Bridging the gap for financial security

Protection policies serve as a crucial safety net, offering peace…
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Child Benefit – Everything You Need to Know

There are so many things to think about when becoming a parent…
What happens if I can’t pay my mortgage

What happens if I can’t pay my mortgage?

Throughout 2023, it’s estimated that 1.8 million fixed-rate…

Your mental health safety net

Life is busy and challenging. You can’t control everything,…
Milestones In Your Life When Financial Advice Can Help

Milestones In Your Life When Financial Advice Can Help

This article is written by Stuart Belcher from Resolve Financial…
Retirement Planning for Growing Families

Securing Your Family’s Future: Retirement Planning for Growing Families

This article is written by Dom Richards from Prosperity Wealth-…
What Extra Benefits Can Come with Protection Insurance

What Extra Benefits Can Come with Protection Insurance?

This article is written by Robyn Dennerley from Complete Finance,…
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Baby Steps to Big Cover: How to Protect Your Family!

This article is written by The Review Business: our exclusive…
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What is personal and family protection insurance and why is it important?

This article is written by Robyn Dennerley, Principal Financial…
Investing for Children

Investing for Children: Building A Brighter Future

This article, written by Dom Richards from Prosperity Wealth-…
Why You Should Start Saving for Your Children with a Junior ISA

Why You Should Start Saving for Your Children with a Junior ISA

If you're looking for a way to start saving for your children,…

Income Protection Insurance: A Little-Known Form of Security for your Family

Here at Mortgage Style Ltd, we are not just independent mortgage advisers. We can also help you with other areas of your finances. One of these, which is actually not very well known to everyone, is income protection insurance. This type of insurance will protect you if you are off sick from work for a long period of time.

Finding The Right Mortgage For You

Finding The Right Mortgage For You When you’re planning on buying your first home together, there’s a lot to consider - and of course one of the major things is sorting out your mortgage.

How Can I Save A Deposit For A House?

How Can I Save A Deposit For A House? In our second blog in the series aimed at new parents and growing families, we take a look at ways to raise the necessary money to pay the deposit on a home of your own.
Is buying better than renting?

Is buying better than renting?

Buying versus renting – the facts Is buying better than renting? In the first of our series of advice blogs on buying a new home, we consider whether buying a property is better than renting for young and growing families. It’s one of the biggest decisions you have to make in your adult life - will you rent, or try to get onto the property ladder?
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Plan to make your family’s future secure

Financial planning for your family There’s no denying it, children don’t come cheap, but by planning ahead and managing your cash flow, you can take some of the stress out of raising a family. Plan to make your family’s future secure The cost of raising a child (excluding housing, childcare and council tax) from birth to 18 is £71,611 for a couple, and £97,862 for a single parent or guardian, according to the Child Poverty Action Group. https://cpag.org.uk/sites/default/files/files/policypost/CostofaChild2020_web.pdf

We need a bigger house so how can we get a bigger mortgage?

Growing Family – Your Questions Answered We need a bigger house so how can we get a bigger mortgage? The romantic cottage for two or the one bed apartment may have suited you before children but as your family gets larger, so may your need for space – how can you make this happen and what are the options?

Maternity Leave Mortgages

Maternity Leave Mortgages Whilst having a baby is an amazing experience- it can also be quite scary for working mums! You may be wondering, how will our finances be affected? What will they look like? Will we be able to manage money-wise? Since your income will most likely be reduced whilst on maternity leave- especially if you are only receiving SMP (Statutory maternity pay)- you may be worried about passing lender's affordability checks.

What is Income Protection?

What is Income Protection? Income protection insurance is an important thing to consider if you are either a working individual, or a working member of a family. MyBump2Baby are happy to bring you this article, written by Luke Stevens- director and protection advisor at- More Than Money. This article will cover everything you need to know about Income Protection.

Is there such a thing as a family mortgage?

Is there such a thing as a family mortgage? Getting on the housing ladder has never been so difficult - and for new parents or young growing families, getting help from family may be the only option. But if your parents don’t have the cash for a large deposit sitting in a savings account, how else can they help?

Children’s Critical Illness Cover

Children’s Critical Illness Insurance Raising a child is one of the most rewarding and joyous things we can do in life. But, ask any parent and they'll also agree it can be worrying, stressful and emotionally draining at times. No time is this truer than when your child is ill. 

The CRITICAL protection families seem to miss!

The CRITICAL protection families seem to miss! You always hear people talk about mortgage protection, but that is only half the equation when it comes to protecting your home and family. This is especially true if you have a dependant adult, someone who is disabled, or if you have young dependent children.

Top Tips To Save Money On New Baby Essentials

Little people have a lot of stuff. If you’re expecting, you may feel like there are endless lists of items to buy and you might be worried about covering the cost. Having a baby doesn’t come cheap but you don’t have to spend a fortune to make sure your new addition has everything it needs. In this guide, we'll explore some simple ways to save on new baby essentials. 

Remortgaging on Maternity Leave

Remortgaging on maternity leave With thousands and thousands of babies born each year in the UK, remortgaging whilst on maternity leave is a common concern. Remortgaging during this period can sometimes cause confusion and worry. If you’re having a baby, your life and your financial situation is likely to have changed a lot since your last application.
why every parent needs a will

What is the Importance of Parents having a Will?

At MyBump2Baby we understand the importance of parents having…

Mums Life Insurance – Your Options

Mums Life Insurance – Your Options Mums make hundreds of decisions every day. The buck very often stops with Mum! Yet, how often do Mums get support with key decisions like, "How do I protect my family should the worst happen to myself or my partner?". Why are more parents not assisted with Mum's life insurance? 
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Family Life Insurance – Why every Family should have it

Family Life Cover –why every family should have it? My job as a Financial Planner involves looking at an individual’s finances to see if there is anything they can improve upon. This means different things to different people, as we are not all at the same stage in life, but what is key to every conversation is the first step is to ensure you and your family would be protected in the worst possible circumstances.


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