PBS Mortgage & Financial Advisers

11/08/2026

A very welcome delivery to the office 🍪

Thank you for thinking of us! They certainly won’t last long! 🧡

23/01/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 🏡
When buying a home, it’s worth budgeting for a few extra costs too:

• Solicitor fees: around £1,500–£2,000
• Valuation or survey costs: £0–£500
• Stamp Duty: £0 for first-time buyers under £300,000
• Mortgage arrangement fees: £0–£1,000
• Moving costs, furniture, and getting set up

Every situation is different, which is why breaking everything down early really helps.
No nasty surprises, just clear planning and less stress 🤝

15/01/2026

🚴‍♂️ Big news for Lancaster!

A huge moment for our city and an incredible event to look forward to! 🚲 🏁

Big news: the Tour de France Grand Départ is coming to the Lancaster district in July 2027! 🚴‍♂️✨

Stage two (Keswick → Liverpool) of the world’s greatest cycle race will power through Carnforth, Morecambe and Lancaster - a landmark moment that will put us firmly on the global stage.

Hosting part of the Grand Départ route is an extraordinary opportunity for our area - thousands of visitors, a boost for local businesses, and a significant lift for hospitality and tourism.

This is a once in a generation moment that will bring huge media coverage to put us on the world stage.

Further details about local celebrations will be released as the event approaches - stay tuned for ways to get involved.

Find out more in our news story 👉 https://loom.ly/01bzflw

25/12/2025

🎄 𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦 🎄

Wishing all of our clients, partners, and followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Thank you for your continued trust and support throughout the year. We hope you enjoy a relaxing day with family and friends.

We look forward to supporting you again in the New Year.

Warm wishes,
PBS Financial Solutions

22/12/2025

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 🏡
Many first-time buyers assume they need 20% saved... but in reality, it’s often possible to buy with just a 5% deposit.

On a £200,000 property, that’s £10,000.

There are also ways to help your savings go further, such as a Lifetime ISA, which adds a 25% government bonus (yes, free money 🙌).

While higher deposits can unlock more options, having less doesn’t mean you’re out of the running.
Every situation is different, and that’s where the right advice really makes a difference.

📩 If you’d like a clear breakdown based on your budget, get in touch.

18/12/2025

𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲

The Bank of England has today cut the base rate by 0.25% to 3.75%.

This is welcome news for mortgage borrowers, although the move was widely anticipated and already reflected in current mortgage rates.

❓ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲?

Mortgage economists are currently expecting one or two further 0.25% reductions, with the base rate continuing to edge lower.

While this is positive for borrowers, unfortunately savers are likely to see returns and interest rates fall as we move through 2026.

15/12/2025

𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱? 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸.
Some lenders can work with just one year’s figures, depending on your situation.
It’s not about how long you’ve been trading... it’s about finding the right lender.

If you’re unsure where you stand, let’s talk it through 🤝

12/12/2025

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 🎄
We’ll be taking a short seasonal break, but support is still available, just email or call and a member of the team will be in touch.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

09/12/2025

𝗖𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱? 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 🚗💸
Yes, it can affect how much a lender will offer — because they look at your monthly commitments, not just your income.
But it’s all about balance. Some people choose to clear loans first, others keep them. Both can work.

If you’re unsure what’s best for your situation, let’s run the numbers together and find the right approach 🤝

05/12/2025

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀? 🎄
If you’re thinking ahead to 2026 — remortgaging, buying, or reviewing your plans — stop by for a chat.
We’re here all this festive season with the same clear, friendly support.