Tim Leonard

With over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry, Tim has spent most of his career working for a financial data firm, where he was Online Editor of the consumer-facing Moneyfacts site, and regularly penned articles for the financial advice publication Investment Life and Pensions Moneyfacts. As a result, he has an excellent knowledge of almost areas of personal finance and, in particular, the retirement, investment, protection, mortgage and savings sectors.

Articles by: Tim Leonard

Mortgage rates rise sharply due to new fee, but attractive refinance deals remain

By Tim Leonard published 15 August 20

Double blow for borrowers as surprise 0.5% levy on refinance mortgages sees lenders increase rates to cover the cost.

Extra $400 unemployment benefit - could Trump’s executive order help the 30% of jobless Americans who fear big debt?

By Tim Leonard published 11 August 20

News Time, money and the law are all potentially against the new program of support, as 49% of those out-of-work label their finances as being at very high risk.

Save $289 a month by refinancing your mortgage - make sure you don’t miss out

By Tim Leonard published 5 August 20

15 million US homeowners could switch to a lower mortgage rate and save money, as home affordability improves too.

Craftsman 208 cc Dual Rotating Rear Tine Tiller Review

By Tim Leonard published 4 August 20

Review The Craftsman 208 cc is a powerful tiller that makes short work of the hardest ground.

How to digitize your old slides and photos

By Tim Leonard published 4 August 20

Feature Looking to get all your old pictures into jpg format, so you can store them on your computer? This is how.

U.S. home sales shrug off COVID-19 impact - here’s how home buyers can take advantage

By Tim Leonard published 3 August 20

News Cheap mortgage loans and desire to relocate help push pending home sales 16.6% higher in June.

Foresters Review

By Tim Leonard published 2 August 20

Review Foresters offers a trusted final expense insurance solution and much more besides.

The states with the highest credit card debt - how to take control of your debt

The states with the highest credit card debt, and advice on how to avoid money trouble

By Tim Leonard published 1 August 20

News Credit card borrowing is set to soar by $80 billion this year, with those living in Alaska owing the most, and Iowa the least. Here's how borrowers can tackle their debt.

New unemployment program put forward in Senate - here’s everything you need know

By Tim Leonard published 28 July 20

Republicans propose maximum 70% wage replacement insurance benefit in place of lapsed $600-a-week enhancement.

Second stimulus check proposed by Senators - here's all you need to know

By Tim Leonard published 28 July 20

News The HEALS Act would provide a second stimulus check for up to $1,200, and expand eligibility to all dependents, but still needs final approval.

As the $600 unemployment program ends, this is how it could impact you

By Tim Leonard published 27 July 20

The loss of additional unemployment benefits will hurt workers in some states much more than in others. Here’s how to prepare for a sudden drop in income.

The five states that have suffered the most financial damage from coronavirus, and why

By Tim Leonard published 27 July 20

Pandemic related mortgage delinquency and unemployment is hitting residents of New Jersey the most, and Idaho the least. Here's how homeowners can combat the threat.

Transamerica Review

By Tim Leonard published 25 July 20

review Transamerica should have a final expense insurance solution to suit all.

U.S. eviction bans are ending: here’s what to do if you’re struggling with your rent

By Tim Leonard published 25 July 20

Up to 40 million Americans are at risk of losing their home as federal moratorium on evictions lapses.

Fidelity Life Review

By Tim Leonard published 22 July 20

Review Fidelity Life offers an attractive final expense insurance proposition and excels at customer service.

Report finds credit builder loans could improve credit scores - here’s how

By Tim Leonard published 21 July 20

News The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says CBLs can increase likelihood of establishing a credit record and improve credit scores for those without debt.

Lincoln Heritage Review

By Tim Leonard published 20 July 20

Review Lincoln Heritage offers final expense insurance and reassurance that your family will be looked after once you're gone.

Mortgage rates fall below 3% for the first time - here’s how homeowners can take advantage

By Tim Leonard published 20 July 20

An average monthly saving of $283 awaits for those who refinance their mortgage now.

Bewildered by weed eaters? Here's the difference between automatic and bump feed trimmers

By Tim Leonard published 15 July 20

Feature Why the way in which a trimmer feeds the string is important when choosing the best type of weed eater for your needs.

US housing market in recovery as home buyers return - how to take advantage of the upturn

By Tim Leonard published 14 July 20

The property market is bouncing back but coronavirus has changed the priorities of many buyers and sellers.

49% of American household incomes disrupted by coronavirus - here’s what you could do to limit the damage

By Tim Leonard published 13 July 20

News As 76% worry about the damage a further outbreak could do to their finances, we consider the options available to those affected.

Final call for tax-filers - here's our last-minute tax-filing advice

By Tim Leonard published 11 July 20

How taxpayers can still beat the July 15 deadline and what could happen if you don't.

Ally Auto Loan review

By Tamsin Oxford, Tim Leonard published 8 July 20

Review Ally is great for the auto loan extras you perhaps didn’t know you needed.

Payday loan safeguards removed - here's the better alternatives to small dollar loans

Payday loan safeguards removed - here are the better alternatives to small dollar loans

By Tim Leonard published 8 July 20

News Concern voiced over the removal of payday loan restrictions intended to protect consumers.

Americans have one week to claim $1.5 billion in tax refunds - here’s how you can claim yours

By Tim Leonard published 7 July 20

News 1.4 million U.S. taxpayers must file their 2016 tax return by July 15 or miss out on their refund.

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