by James Blackler | Apr 8, 2026 | Thinking About Money
There’s a version of this conversation that happens regularly. Someone who has been self-employed for several years — earning well, managing their finances carefully, building something they’re genuinely proud of — sits down to explore a mortgage and...
by James Blackler | Mar 31, 2026 | Thinking About Money
Most people buying a property will find themselves in a chain at some point. It might be simple — a short sequence of two or three transactions moving in the same direction. Or it might be longer, more complex, and involving people they’ll never meet making...
by James Blackler | Mar 28, 2026 | Thinking About Money
Most financial decisions don’t fail because the numbers were wrong.They fail because the emotional load became heavier than the decision itself. Buying a property, committing to a long-term loan, or restructuring finances tends to trigger a disproportionate sense of...
