Young mortgage holders play a risky protection game

Three in ten homeowners aged between 18-34 lack protection cover, but 57% would be in financial difficulty within six months if they lost their income. Protection such as life insurance, critical illness and income protection offers vital security.
Residential Property Review – September 2025

The UK housing market faces uncertainty ahead of the Autumn Budget, with potential tax changes impacting activity. Mortgage rates eased but could rise again. Sales fall-throughs remain high, while affordability continues to shape buyer hotspots across London.
