Have you overlooked speaking to your beneficiaries as part of your estate plan?
You may already have your estate in order and have written your will accordingly, but have you overlooked the value of speaking to your beneficiaries?…
7 reliable ways to boost your energy levels
When your life is busy, fighting fatigue might seem like a never-ending battle. When common quick fixes – like a cup of coffee or a…
Investment market update: February 2024
While many economies are still struggling with high inflation there are signs that the pace is starting to slow, which could pave the way for…
Here’s what you need to know about the “Magnificent Seven” stocks that are driving the market
The Magnificent Seven might conjure up images of the 1960s Western film or its 2016 remake, but there’s a new group in town – seven…
More than 1 million investors are expected to pay Dividend Tax for the first time in 2024/25
More than 1 million investors will be hit with a Dividend Tax bill for the first time in the 2024/25 tax year, according to an…
Retirement planning: The 3 main ways you could access your pension
When you give up work, your pension is likely to play a key role in creating an income. So, an essential part of retirement planning…
Guide: 10 things you can learn about your financial plan from these ABBA hits
In April 1974, a Swedish foursome took to the stage at the Eurovision Song Contest. Performing eighth on the night, ABBA introduced themselves to a…
Guide: Everything you need to know about annuities when creating a retirement income
When you retire, you will often have a range of choices available to you about how you access your pension. One such method is an…
Investment market update: January 2024
While a new year started, many of the key factors affecting economies and markets in January were the same as those in 2023, namely high…
6 imaginative books to read with children this World Book Day
Are you taking part in World Book Day this year? The annual celebration of books and reading takes place on 7 March 2024 and aims…
The ups and downs of the FTSE 100 40-year history demonstrates time in the market matters
This year the FTSE 100 index turns 40. Over the last four decades, it’s become a way to measure the health of the UK stock…
How to move into the decumulation phase of retirement planning
Transitioning into retirement can present new challenges, not least, understanding how to sustainably start using your assets to create an income. As you move into…
3 insightful research findings that could help you navigate your “second 50”
A report suggests that life after 50 will be radically different for those who have recently celebrated the milestone or are nearing it when compared…
Retirement planning: The importance of setting out your lifestyle goals
When you start thinking about the steps you need to take when retiring, your focus might be on the financial side. Yet, it’s often a…
Economic Review – January 2024
A surprise sharp decline in the rate of inflation has ignited hopes of an interest rate cut by spring, despite the Bank of England (BoE)…
Guide: 7 allowances you might want to use before the end of the 2023/24 tax year
When a new tax year starts, many allowances reset. So, checking if you could make use of allowances before Friday 5 April 2024, when the…
Investment market update: December 2023
Many markets rallied during December based on the expectation that interest rates will start to fall in 2024. Read on to discover what else may…
Research: How to slow the signs of ageing and feel healthier in your later years
American researchers have discovered eight habits that could slow the signs of ageing by up to six years. These measures all promote good heart health,…