August 1, 2023
Good news for UK homeowners! Major lenders, including Nationwide, HSBC, and TSB, have recently slashed their fixed mortgage deals, signalling a potential breather for home loan costs that had surged close to 7%. Last week’s data revealed a surprising drop in inflation for June, alleviating fears of multiple interest rate hikes. The Bank of England […]
July 21, 2023
Run a free broadband speed test in seconds, then find out what your download, upload and ping results actually mean and how to fix a slow connection.
July 18, 2023
What Factors Affect My Broadband Speed? 1. Type Of Activity Different online activities consume varying amounts of bandwidth. Video streaming, online gaming, and large file downloads typically use more data and can slow down your connection. 2. Number Of Connected Devices The more devices connected to your network, the more bandwidth is being shared, […]
July 13, 2023
Government Considers Public Sector Pay Increases Amidst Inflation Concerns The government is reportedly considering pay increases of 6-6.5% for public sector workers, according to the BBC. Independent pay review bodies have recommended these raises, despite inflation reaching 8.7% in May. The official announcement is expected soon, pending approval from the prime minister and chancellor. Review […]
July 6, 2023
UK Banks Introduce Measures to Support Stressed Mortgage Borrowers In response to the strain caused by increasing interest rates, UK banks have collaborated to implement limited mortgage relief measures, aimed at supporting homeowners experiencing financial difficulties. UK banks have agreed to grant homeowners a one-year grace period before initiating foreclosure proceedings if they miss […]
July 5, 2023
There’s a lot to get your head around in the energy industry. Unit prices, kilowatt hours, standing charges, tariffs – what do they all mean? To help, we’ve put together a small energy guide that explains the basics, from choosing a tariff to understanding your usage. If you just want an energy quote, click this link for […]
May 24, 2023
Once upon a time, in the wild digital expanse, a platform named Switcheroo.co.uk sprang into existence. It dared to throw down the gauntlet to the status quo, gallantly guiding households through the daunting maze of utilities to the promised land of cost-effective solutions. It became the “Indiana Jones” of energy, mobile, insurance, and mortgage rates, […]
May 24, 2023
IMF Revises UK Economic Forecast, Predicts Growth in 2023 Despite Persistent Inflation Concerns. In a surprising turn of events, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its economic forecast for the United Kingdom, stating that the country is not likely to experience a recession in 2023. Previously, the IMF had predicted the UK would face […]
April 12, 2023
How to compare electricity and broadband deals using the price cap, contract end dates and a short checklist before you switch.
