Is £26,000 the secret to a happy retirement? How much do you need to live the retirement lifestyle you want? It’s a question that’s on the mind of many people as they near their retirement date. Now research… read more
How compounding could help younger generations become a pension millionaire When saving into a pension, reaching £1 million can seem like an impossible challenge. But the magic of compounding can mean it’s easier to reach than you might think, especially… read more
Guide: 10 simple but effective ways to create a better you Search the internet and you’ll find a myriad of self-help sites aimed at helping you to improve your life and get the most out of it. Our latest guide explores… read more
Guide: The history of investing and what you can learn from the past Investing has been around for centuries and the basics haven’t changed as much as you might think. Technology has changed how we invest, but some of the investment lessons from… read more
Guide – Your retirement choices: how to generate an income in later life Since Pension Freedoms were introduced in 2015, retirees have had more choice when they access their pension. However, it also means you have more responsibility for generating an income later… read more
Guide: 10 things that could increase the value of your property Talking about homes and property values is something of a pastime in the UK. Property is probably among one of the largest assets we own, so it’s not surprising that… read more
Investment market update: March 2021 During March there were reasons to be optimistic. In fact, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) raised global growth forecasts following Covid-19 vaccination and stimulus package news around… read more
Everything first-time buyers need to know about the 95% mortgage guarantee scheme The challenges of getting on the property ladder have made headlines for years. In March’s Budget, chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled a new scheme that could be a lifeline for first-time… read more
The cost of Covid-19: How does pandemic borrowing add up? In 2020, the government spent an unprecedented amount supporting the economy through the Covid-19 pandemic. The economic consequences are expected to be felt for years to come and will no… read more
Technology encourages more investors to seek the “thrill” of trading and take bigger financial risks Technology has made investing far more accessible. You can now invest and make changes to your portfolio with just a few taps on your smartphone. While more people investing for… read more
4 reasons to switch pension providers to boost your retirement savings (and 3 things to do first) Do you know who your current pension provider is? If so, do you know why you chose them? Even when you’re making regular pension contributions, these may not be things… read more
Why opening a pension for a child before they start school can unlock powerful growth It really is never too soon to start investing through a pension. You may not be thinking about the retirement lifestyle that your children or grandchildren will enjoy quite yet,… read more
