Covid-19 spurs over-60s to consider later-life care
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant we’ve evaluated many areas of our lives and priorities. One area that’s now being reconsidered by the over-60s is their later life care plan. Research suggests that the challenges and…
What should you check when reviewing your pension?
Have you reviewed your pension lately? Even though we make regular contributions to pensions, it’s not often something we think about until retirement is approaching. However, keeping track of progress during our working lives is…
5 ways the Chancellor could recoup the cost of Covid-19
While the health concerns of the Covid-19 pandemic remain, some of the focus is now shifting to the economic impact. Measures taken to reduce the spread of infection and save jobs have cost the government…
Retirement planning as a couple: Balancing different goals
Planning for retirement should be an exciting time in your life. You’re able to give up work and focus on the things you enjoy. But what if your aspirations and financial expectations don’t line up…
Understanding financial bias: Where does it come from?
Last month, we looked at what financial bias is, but what is it that influences our decisions? Where do these biases come from? There are numerous ways bias can affect the financial decisions we need…
Booking a holiday for 2020: What you should keep in mind
After Covid-19 forced millions of families to cancel holiday plans in spring and early summer, heading abroad is now an option again. However, strict measures are still in place and if you’re planning to book…