Stephen's qualifications
University of Kent
MA – Journalism
Stephen Maunder
Deputy Editor at Compare the Market
Personal finance and insurance specialist
Stephen Maunder is an experienced personal finance editor, having spent more than a decade working for consumer print and online titles. He won several industry awards for his personal finance features at Which?, before becoming Deputy Editor at Compare the Market.
Stephen's background
“Sorting out your insurance or renewing your mortgage might seem like a tedious task, but there’s nothing dull about the savings you could make. Over the last 10 years, I've covered everything from cashback mortgages to current account switching bonuses and learned that savvy switching can leave you with more money to spend on the things you really enjoy.
“For me, that's travelling around watching my underperforming football team – one day we’ll win something – or enjoying the cricket on a sunny summer afternoon. “
Stephen's goal
‘With thousands of products out there, finding a good deal can be a tricky and time-consuming experience. My goal at Compare the Market is to simplify the jargon and equip you with the knowledge you need to choose the right option for you.’
Stephen's experience
Deputy Editor at Compare the Market
As Deputy Editor at Compare the Market, Stephen works with a talented team of writers to create engaging content that simplifies financial decision making for readers.
Money News Editor at Which?
In nearly 10 years at Which?, Stephen held multiple roles, including Consumer Rights Editor and Money News Editor.
In the latter role, he was responsible for commissioning and editing personal finance news, overseeing a weekly newsletter and regularly appearing on the Which? Money Podcast.
Assistant Editor at What House?
Stephen’s first editorial role was at the consumer publication What House? as Assistant Editor. His remit included commissioning and editing print and online stories for What House? and acting as a judge for the annual What House Awards.
Stephen Maunder elsewhere on the web...
Which?: 5 things I'd never do as a mortgage expert
January 2025
“With mortgage rates still high for borrowers with small deposits, many first-time buyers are taking out longer mortgages than before. Terms of between 30 and 35 years are becoming increasingly common, but this isn't something you should worry too much about. A longer term will mean your monthly repayment will be lower, but you will of course pay more interest overall.
“As time passes, you can knock your term down. You'll build equity in your property and it may rise in value over time, allowing you to shave years off when remortgaging. If you're able to, you can also make overpayments as you go, to chip away at your balance.”
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