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Tim Leonard

Tim Leonard

Lead Writer & Content Strategist

Resume

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

United Trust Bank Secured Loan Review: Pros, Cons & Features

United Trust Bank secured loans offer high loan amounts which can be repaid over a term as long as 30 years. Here’s our United Trust Bank secured loans review.

Central Trust Secured Loans Review: Pros, Cons & Features

Central Trust secured loans are available for up to £250,000 and can be applied for directly or through a broker. Here’s our Central Trust secured loans review.

West One Loans Secured Loans Review: Pros, Cons & Features

West One Loans offers large secured loans that can be repaid over a wide range of loan terms. Here’s our West One Loans secured loans review.

Best Mortgage Rates UK February 2025

The best mortgage rates and deals in the UK are constantly changing. That’s why it’s important to keep track of current mortgage rates and compare mortgages before getting a new…

Pepper Money Secured Loan Review: Pros, Cons & Features

A Pepper Money secured loan may appeal if you need to borrow a larger amount, with loans potentially available up to 95% LTV. Discover more in our Pepper secured loans…

Best Mortgage Lenders February 2025

Finding the best mortgage lender and deal for you is essential. This is because taking out a mortgage is one of the biggest financial decisions you’re ever likely to make.…

Base Rate Hike Suggests More Mortgage Rate Rises to Come

A larger-than-expected rise in the base rate in response to inflation failing to fall could spell more bad news for mortgage borrowers. Here are our latest mortgage rate predictions.

Inflation Figures Point to Mortgage Rate Rises in June

The latest UK inflation figures means interest rate predictions for June are erring towards another increase in the base rate and a rise in mortgage rates. Here are our mortgage…

Home Buying Dreams on Hold as Cost of Living Crisis Bites

The rising cost of living and higher mortgage rates are forcing potential house buyers in the UK to put their property plans on hold, a new NerdWallet study has revealed.…

M&S Loan Review: Pros, Cons & Features

You can choose to apply for an M&S Bank loan for a variety of reasons, for example to help pay for a holiday, home improvements, or a wedding.

Tesco Bank Loan: Pros, Cons & Features

A Tesco Bank personal loan can be used for a variety of reasons and Clubcard holders could get access to cheaper loan rates. Read our Tesco Bank loan review.

Will Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall in May?

While the markets are expecting base rate to rise in May and eventually peak at 5%, some commentators predict fixed mortgage rates could continue to fall. Learn more in our…

How Help to Buy ISAs may have Become a Hindrance

With Help to Buy ISA house price limits failing to rise in line with house price growth, some first-time buyers are finding these savings accounts are hampering their homeownership dreams.…

Could April Mortgage Rates Fall Again?

Fixed-rate mortgages look like they could continue to drop, while inflation expectations and threat of a banking crisis have the potential to halt Bank of England base rate rises. Read…

Secured Loans for Bad Credit UK

Getting a secured loan with bad credit is possible if you’re willing to use your home or another asset as security. Read on to learn more about bad credit secured…
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