Rising cost of living leads to more families borrowing. Here’s what to consider before you increase debt levels
The soaring cost of living is placing pressure on many household budgets. Figures suggest that some are turning to borrowing to help bridge the gap. However, this solution may not be sustainable, and you should…
How to deal with political uncertainty when making financial decisions
British politics over the last few months has certainly been turbulent. In the last four months, there have been three prime ministers, four chancellors, and countless U-turns. So, it’s not surprising that households have been…
State Pension triple lock: Pensioners set to benefit from a 10.1% rise
The State Pension is set to increase by a record amount under the triple lock due to high levels of inflation. If you’re claiming your State Pension, read on to find out what it means…
Behavioural finance: 6 unexpected ways bias could affect your financial decisions
How much does bias affect your financial decisions? While you may try to make decisions based on facts, it can be much easier than you think to overlook when your decisions are being influenced by…
10 simple ways to cut your carbon footprint and reduce your energy bills
Reducing your energy consumption can be a great way to cut your carbon footprint, lessening your personal impact on the environment and potentially helping to limit the devastating effects of climate change. As living costs…
Living legacies are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know about them
More people are choosing to gift wealth during their lifetime rather than leaving assets as an inheritance. There are benefits to choosing a living legacy, but there are things you need to consider too, including…