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Conflicting money views mean 1 in 3 baby boomers are reluctant to leave an inheritance
Research has found that older generations worry about leaving money to children or grandchildren because of different views about money....
51% of adults don’t have a will. Here’s why it should be a priority task
The benefits of having a will in place are well-documented, although if you don’t have a will, or haven’t updated it in some time, you’re not alone....
Investment market update: March 2023
As inflation persists, central banks were forced to announce further rises to interest rates in March. Coupled with the collapse of Silicon Valley...
All the winners and losers from the 2023 spring Budget
If you want to know how the spring Budget affects you, here are all the winners and losers from the chancellor’s latest fiscal announcement.
Your spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement
The chancellor has delivered the government’s spring Budget. Read about Jeremy Hunt’s statement in this comprehensive Budget news update.
Your guide to pension consolidation: The pros and cons you need to know
Do you have multiple pensions? It could make it difficult to manage your pension savings during your working life and when you retire. In some...
The 2022/23 end of tax year guide: 7 allowances to make use of before 5 April 2023
The 2022/23 tax year ends on Wednesday 5 April. After this date, many allowances reset, and it could be your last chance to use some of them....
6 feel-good news stories from 2022 to make you smile
With so much doom and gloom in the headlines every day, it can be easy to overlook the positive new stories, but there are plenty of them. From...
5 fantastic reasons to work with a mortgage broker
While you can take out a mortgage without the support of a mortgage broker, their help can be invaluable. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving...
Why a hands-off approach could make sense when you invest
While it can be tempting to actively monitor and manage your investments, taking a back seat could lead to better outcomes. There’s a saying that...
Have you used your pension Annual Allowance? Here’s why you should review it before the tax year ends
When a new tax year starts, your pension Annual Allowance resets. Maximising your allowance could help you reach retirement goals and it can be a...
Investment market update: December 2022
2022 ended with uncertainty and volatility that’s persisted for much of the year. Read on to find out what happened in December and how it affected...