Loss of work or reduced income top concern for homeowners

MetLife survey shows

John Brazier
clock • 2 min read

New research from MetLife shows only one-in-four homeowners sought out financial advice during Covid-19 pandemic

Research carried by Censuswide on behalf of MetLife among 2,000 UK homeowners, or those currently purchasing a property, in February this year, found that a loss of work or reduce income were the primary concerns in both the coming six and 12 months. When asked what their biggest financial concern for the next six months was, 16% of those surveyed admitted it was having a reduced income, the same percentage were also anxious about getting into debt and having to dip into savings to make ends meet. The research shows that getting into debt and having to use savings is a longer-term con...

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