Embarking on a career as a mortgage adviser is not merely about figures and paperwork; it involves a nuanced blend of expertise, experience, and a diverse skill set. In the dynamic UK property market, where opportunities abound, success as a mortgage adviser requires more than just financial acumen. Here, we look at the key skills that form the foundation of a prosperous career in mortgage advice.
Commencing Your Mortgage Advisory Journey
Before delving into the requisite skills, it's imperative to note that you must possess an accredited qualification such as CeMAP or...
New research by an Exeter software firm has revealed how Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) are pooling funding and the opportunities and challenges facing leaders around centralising their operations.
GAG Pooling and Centralisation in MATs: 2024 Update has been developed by MAT finance specialists IMP Software and CJK Associates, who partnered to conduct a survey in November and December last year among 155 trusts in England exploring how they are evolving their approaches to needs-based budgeting.
The survey was designed to uncover the latest insights around how MAT operations...
Members of the Devon Air Ambulance fundraising team were delighted to receive the Exeter Living Award for local charities on behalf of the organisation on Thursday evening.
The team was up against some worthy competitors locally and were thrilled to have been awarded the accolade. Jo Rigby, Head of Fundraising at Devon Air Ambulance said:
"We are incredibly proud to have received this amazing award from the Exeter Living Awards, 2024. We were up against some fantastic charities, each deserving of such a prestigious award, so thank you to the judging panel who recognised...
After you’ve chosen a travel destination, it can be tempting to search online for an itinerary to follow, or perhaps ask an expert to create one for you, but is that really the best option? Did you know there were other options open to you that might be better in the long run? It’s true, and it’s well worth exploring.
Getting help might be easier and it might be quicker, but it’s also a lot less fun and, ultimately, you could be missing out on some great adventures. With that in mind, keep reading to find out what the benefits of creating your own travel itinerary really are....
Girlguiding South West England visited one of its counties, Devon, on Friday 8 March as part of its region roadshow programme, inviting members from Girlguiding Devon along with stakeholders and organisations from across the county to celebrate International Women’s Day and to help launch their new resource, ‘Empower in a Box’.
Notable guests included the Lord Mayor of Exeter and his Consort, the Deputy Lieutenant of Devon, and President of Exeter Lions Club. Organisations such as the Salvation Army, Devon and Cornwall Police, and the National Trust also attended.
Devon veterans with mobility issues attributable to their service are now able to apply for support from the reinstated Veterans’ Mobility Fund (VMF).
Administration of the life-changing fund was awarded to Help for Heroes and Blesma by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) and the Armed Forces Covenan t Trust Fund in September, 2023.
The VMF is a central fund, awarded by the OVA, to support veterans with physical disabilities through grants to enable them to access mobility equipment that improves their quality of life.
Devon veterans with mobility issues attributable to their service are now able to apply for support from the reinstated Veterans’ Mobility Fund (VMF).
Administration of the life-changing fund was awarded to Help for Heroes and Blesma by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) and the Armed Forces Covenan t Trust Fund in September, 2023.
The VMF is a central fund, awarded by the OVA, to support veterans with physical disabilities through grants to enable them to access mobility equipment that improves their quality of life.
Local bus operator Stagecoach South West announced changes across their regional bus network. Bus timetables across Devon will see improvements to offer customers a more reliable and punctual service.
In addition to providing more robust timetables, some routes will offer more frequent connections and in some areas journeys to new destinations are provided.
Stagecoach South West Managing Director Peter Knight said: ‘We look forward to being able to offer more robust timetables for our customers this spring. It has become increasingly challenging to be able to run our...
Tesco shoppers in Exeter have a golden hour this Saturday (16 March) to win a share of half a million pounds for their local school or a community group that supports children.
As part of the supermarket’s Stronger Starts campaign, between 12 noon and 1pm, shoppers in the Exwick Express store can take a lucky dip to find a gold version of Tesco’s famous blue voting token.
The customer who finds the gold token will be able to choose which local school or community project will receive a £5,000 Golden Grant to spend on equipment or healthy food to help give children a...
When it comes to observe the fascinating mosaic that composes the culinary delights panorama that Italy is capable to offer, few things rival the finesse and sophistication of its sparkling wines and, generally speaking, of Italy’s prestigious wine culture . It’s safe to say that an important part of the Italian cultural heritage comes directly from its worldwide renowned cuisine , being characterized by vibrant flavors and a deep-rooted, precious, tradition. Among the several fantasies that are gracefully covering up the Country and its peculiar history , we can easily highlight pictures...
