What kind of lifestyle does a £1 million pension buy? A million-pound pension can provide you with financial freedom in retirement, but it may not deliver the millionaire lifestyle you think. Having access to a £1 million can conjure images… read more
Investment market update: September 2021 While the direct impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has lessened for many economies, businesses are now struggling with the indirect consequences, such as supply chain issues. From microchips to aluminium… read more
7 signs of stress and how to combat them to improve your wellbeing National Stress Awareness Day is on 3 November. Stress is something everyone experiences at different points in their lifetime, but it can harm your wellbeing and health. Recognising the signs… read more
5 behavioural biases that lead to investment mistakes Investment decisions should be based on logic and fact. But it’s easy for emotions and biases to affect your decisions, and this can lead to investment mistakes. Behavioural bias can… read more
5 reasons you need to write a will (and keep it up to date) Half of the adults in the UK don’t have a will. While you may have a reason for putting the task off, there are many compelling reasons to make time… read more
Has your income increased? Here’s why you should boost your pension contributions Almost a fifth (18%) of UK adults said their income had increased in the three months to June 2021, according to an LV= survey. As the pressure… read more
Consolidation: Why it could help you beat the challenge of keeping track of pensions Your pension might not be something you think about often. Unlike your current account or even ISA, it could be decades before you’ll be able to access it. So, it’s… read more
Guide: The guide to later-life planning and care When you think about your future, how far ahead do you plan? Perhaps you’ve thought about what your life will look like in 10 years, but have you considered your… read more
Investment market update: June 2021 After the global economy suffered due to the pandemic and related restrictions, the World Bank now predicts that it will grow at the fastest rate recorded in 80 years. The… read more
Life after lockdown: What do you want to achieve? While some lockdown restrictions are still in place, things are slowly returning to “normal”. Since Covid-19 measures were first introduced in March 2020, you may have missed some things you… read more
What does the end of the Stamp Duty holiday mean for the property market? In a bid to keep the property market moving, chancellor Rishi Sunak introduced a Stamp Duty holiday a year ago. It led to property prices soaring but, as the holiday… read more
Do you have an investment “side hustle”? It should still be part of your financial plan Even when seeking professional financial advice, many investors are retaining “side hustle” investments. There are many reasons why you may want to take a DIY approach to some investments but… read more
