FINANCIAL BLISS!
MONEY AND FINANCES ARE OFTEN A COMMON SOURCE OF DISAGREEMENT AND STRESS When you get married, or cohabit, you are not just blending your hearts and lives together, you are also combining your finances. So it is important that you take the time to discuss and plan how you will manage your combined resources in […]
GIVING RETIREMENT A SECOND THOUGHT?
OVER A THIRD OF OVER-55s THINK THEY WILL WORK BEYOND THEIR STATE PENSION AGE We are witnessing a surge in the number of people giving retirement a second thought due to inflation rates and the cost of living crisis. Not only are more individuals looking to work beyond their State Pension age, but some are […]
OVERWHELMED BY YOUR PENSION?
ALMOST HALF OF UK CONSUMERS FIND PENSIONS INFORMATION DAUNTING In an era where the cost of living is threatening to undermine consumer confidence, it’s no surprise that almost half of UK consumers find pensions information overwhelming. It can be difficult for individuals to make informed decisions about their retirement planning when faced with such a […]
MAKING A WILL
Avoid legal wrangles and confusion over who will benefit from your estate A valid Will is an incredibly important part of estate preservation planning and will ensure that, should the worst happen, your assets, whether they be Financial wealth or possessions, are distributed in an orderly fashion to the right beneficiaries.It’s important to make sure […]
THINKING ABOUT DIVORCING?
PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS AND PREPARING YOU FOR GOING FORWARD ON YOUR OWN Divorce involves many loose ends, both emotional and financial. It can generate high levels of uncertainty and financial stress, as it impacts on all areas of your life, from living arrangements to assets and pensions. That’s why financial planning through a divorce is […]
PROTECTING INCOME
17% OF SELF-EMPLOYED WORKERS WOULD CHOOSE TO CARRY ON WORKING THROUGH ILLNESS OR INJURY Many adults understand the need for financial resilience and taking out insurance to protect their incomes in case of sickness or accident. However, too many self-employed people do not have any cover to help them should they be unable to work […]
DRAWDOWN, ANNUITIES OR BOTH?
MAKE SURE YOUR RETIREMENT STRATEGY MEETS YOUR NEEDS AND GOALS It’s important to make a well-informed decision when it comes to deciding what to do with your pension pot: drawdown, annuity or a combination of both. Making the right choice will affect your retirement for many years. Drawdown gives you freedom and flexibility, allowing you […]
RISING PRICES CAN WIPE YEARS OFF RETIREMENT POTS
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PENSION INCOME AGAINST INFLATIONARY PRESSURES For anyone feeling the effects of rising inflation rates, it’s importantto ensure that your retirement fund isn’t significantly impacted. While this can be challenging in such an uncertain economic climate, there are measures you can take to ensure that your savings don’t suffer. Here are some […]
FINANCIAL JARGON
7 OUT OF 10 ADULTS ARE PUZZLED BY FINANCIAL MATTERS LINGO Being informed about financial matters is essential to making sound decisions and staying in control of your money. Unfortunately, many people feel confused by the jargon used in financial discussions and services. A recent study of UK adults reveals that seven in ten feel […]
IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE
NEARLY TWO-THIRDS OF PEOPLE IN THE UK MORE CONCERNED ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE The impacts of climate change have been increasingly felt around the world in recent years. Governments, businesses and citizens alike are urged to take steps to reduce their environmental impact. The reality is that climate change is a threat to human wellbeing and […]