How long will your pension last?
Research has found 63% of workers approaching retirement are already planning on working longer than planned. So, do you know how long your pension would last if your retired today? Financial pressures mean that people…
The top retirement destinations for Brits
Brits who are heading abroad for their retirement have revealed the hotspots that are tempting them; of course, there’s more to think about than just the destination of your new home. For some approaching retirement,…
How to minimise Inheritance Tax paid on your home
Inheritance Tax has hit a record high and with property prices soaring, now is the time to think about how to minimise the bill your loved ones will be left with. Talking about what will…
Six things the bank of mum and dad need to know
Despite more millennials relying on the Bank of Mum and Dad, a quarter are worried about not having the right financial knowledge to make the right decisions for them and their children. As younger generations…
Interest rates rise above 0.5% for the first time in a decade
The Bank of England (BoE) has increased interest rates above 0.5% for the first time since 2009. Today, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted unanimously to push up the base rate by 0.25% to 0.75%….
The death trap: How refusing to discuss the inevitable can affect your finances
We know that it’s not a nice topic to talk about, but, unfortunately, refusing to talk about death could be standing in the way of thorough financial planning. Research has shown that 94% of over-50s…