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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 and Content Strategist at NerdWallet who has been writing about all aspects of personal and business finance for over 25 years. Throughout his time working at Moneyfacts, Virgin Money, Future, and now NerdWallet, Tim has built up a high-level understanding of almost every financial product you can think of, from business banking and loans through to pensions and savings. He also holds the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Level 3 Certificate in Mortgage Advice.

Tim's picks

Compare Best Business Bank Accounts

Finding the right business bank account can make running a small business easier and save you time when managing its finances.

Compare Joint Business Bank Accounts

A joint business bank account can be a great way for multiple business partners to get involved with the management of your company’s finances. But which joint account is right…

Best Free Business Bank Accounts

A free business bank account can save you money and make it easier to manage your business finances. The crucial part is finding the best free account for you and…

The latest from Tim

The Co-operative Bank Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features

The Co-operative Bank provides a number of business current account solutions to meet the needs of different business types. Learn about the pros, cons and features of its business account.

What are the Benefits of a Business Bank Account?

Is it worth having a separate business bank account? Limited companies and partnerships legally need to have a business account, but it’s optional for sole traders. However, there are many…

Compare No Credit Check Business Bank Accounts

A bad credit business account that can be opened without a credit check could help you better manage your business finances. Finding the right business account if you have no…

Equity Release or Remortgage: Which is Right For You?

If you’re an older homeowner who wants to unlock the equity in your home, equity release or remortgaging could both be explored.

Do You Need a Solicitor to Remortgage?

The legal expertise of a solicitor will be needed if you remortgage with a new lender but may not be necessary if you take out a new deal with your…

Discount Mortgages: Is a Lower Rate Worth the Risk?

A discount rate mortgage tracks a lender's standard variable rate, but at a discount. There are pros and cons to this sort of loan.

First-time Buyer Stamp Duty Explained

As a first-time buyer you only need to pay stamp duty if the property you’re buying costs over £300,000. Even if it costs more, first-time buyer stamp duty relief means…

Best Mortgage Lenders

Finding the best mortgage lender and deal for you is essential. Of course, the mortgage rate you can get is important. But making sure a lender offers the type of…

Compare Remortgage Deals UK

Taking time to compare remortgage deals can save you money. That's why we want to help you find the best remortgage deal for you.

First-time Buyer Mortgages

Getting a mortgage as a first-time buyer is likely to be more straightforward if you’re well prepared. Find out about first-time buyer mortgages, including the deposit you need, the rates…

Coventry Building Society Mortgage Rates & Review

Coventry Building Society offers mortgages for those remortgaging, moving home or buying for the first time. Here’s our Coventry Building Society mortgage rate comparison and review.

Compare Mortgages

Taking the time to compare mortgages is essential, regardless of whether you’re buying your first property, moving to a new home or remortgaging an existing deal.

Compare Best Business Bank Accounts

Finding the right business bank account can make running a small business easier and save you time when managing its finances.

How to Switch to a Better Business Bank Account

Switching business bank accounts is relatively quick and easy if you use the Current Account Switch Service. It also means you can move to an account that is better suited…

Compare Startup Business Bank Accounts

Opening a business account as a startup can provide a great platform for future business success. Crucially, you need to find the right startup business bank account for you.
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