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Tim Leonard

Tim Leonard

Lead Writer & Content Strategist

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Education

  • BA (Hons) Industrial Economics, University of Nottingham

Previous Experience

  • Finance Editor, Future
  • Associate Editor, Moneyfacts
Tim is a lead writer at NerdWallet and holds the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Level 3 Certificate in Mortgage Advice. He has over 20 years’ experience writing about almost all aspects of personal finance. During his career at Moneyfacts, Virgin Money and Future, Tim has shared his high-level technical understanding of financial products and regulation with both consumer and IFA audiences.

The latest from Tim

Should I Get a Fixed or Variable Mortgage?

The main difference between a fixed and variable mortgage is that your mortgage rate stays the same for a set period with a fixed-rate mortgage, while with a variable rate…

Santander Mortgage Rates

Compare the latest Santander mortgage rates with NerdWallet UK. Santander offers fixed and tracker mortgage rates for first-time buyers, homemovers, and remortgage deals.

Virgin Money Mortgage Rates

Compare the latest Virgin Money mortgage rates with NerdWallet UK. Virgin Money offers fixed and tracker mortgage rates to home movers, first-time buyers and remortgage deals.

Mortgage Rates Predicted to Carry on Falling

Mortgage rates are expected to carry on falling amid predictions base rate will be cut again in November. Here’s our latest mortgage and base rate forecast.

More Mortgage Rate Cuts Expected as Lenders Weigh Up Competition

Further mortgage rate cuts could be on the way as lenders look to compete for borrowers. Our latest mortgage rate predictions and base rate forecast dig deeper.

How Much House Can I Afford? UK Mortgage Affordability Calculator

Get an estimate of how much house you can afford using our simple mortgage affordability calculator.

Where is the Cheapest Place to Rent in the UK?

Knowing the cheapest places in the UK to rent can be a good starting point if you’re looking for somewhere affordable to live. Here’s where rents are lowest right now.

Mortgage Rates Predicted to Fall as Base Rate Cut Nears

With inflation returning to target, the chances of an August base rate cut and lower mortgage rates have increased. Our latest mortgage rate forecast and base rate predictions explain more.

What is a Mortgage in Principle?

Getting a mortgage in principle can give you an idea of whether a lender will offer you a mortgage and for how much. Having such an agreement doesn’t guarantee you’ll…

Mortgage Rate Uncertainty as Base Rate Forecasts Slip to September

Off-target inflation figures mean investors now think the first base rate cut is most likely in September. Here is our new mortgage rate forecast based on this latest development.

Mortgage Rates Begin to Rise as Base Rate Delay Predicted

Higher mortgage rates could be on the way as market expectations realign to the first base rate cut coming in August. Here is our latest mortgage rate forecast.

UK House Price Trends & Forecasts February 2025

House prices in the UK are changing all the time. So whether you’re moving home or buying for the first time, it’s a smart move to keep on top of…

Mortgage Rates Predicted to Fall After Inflation Drop

The base rate is forecasted to fall in the summer and there are hopes that mortgage rate cuts may be about to resume. Here are our latest mortgage rate predictions.

How to Remortgage to Consolidate Debt

Remortgaging to consolidate debt involves borrowing more on your mortgage to pay off other debts. This can make it easier to manage debt and could help lower your combined monthly…

How to Remortgage to Pay for Home Improvements

Remortgaging to pay for home improvements or an extension may be an option if you have sufficient equity in your property and can prove to your lender a larger mortgage…
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