Who are last-time buyers, and what challenges do they face?
The name ‘last-time buyers’ probably gives a lot away about who fits into the category. They are people who are planning to buy a home to live comfortably in during retirement, and potentially for the…
Is it reasonable and affordable for pensioners to be supporting three generations?
How many people rely on your pension? If you find yourself regularly giving money to your children and grandchildren, you may be among the 31% of retirees who choose to give part of their income…
Pension gender gap continues: Why do women get £29,000 less?
Are you counting on getting the same State Pension as everyone else? That might depend on your gender. According to calculations from Which?, many women receive an average of £29,000 less than men from the…
Property value vs average earnings: Which is growing faster and what does that mean for you?
Which do you think is growing faster; your salary, or the value of your home? That depends on where you live and how the market is performing, but the good news is, for the most…
Retiring on time: Five tips for giving up work on your own terms
Do you have a dream retirement age in mind? Most people do. Unfortunately, many people believe that, no matter how hard they wish to retire on time, they will be beholden to their employer long…
Your pension: Three reasons to avoid unnecessary withdrawals
Where do you keep the money you plan to use in retirement? If your answer is anything other than “In my pension”, you could be chipping away at the value of your money. Since Pension…