If you’re nearing retirement, you may be starting to think about planning the next stage of your life. What steps spring to mind? You may prioritise organising your pension, claiming... read more →
Against the backdrop of the continuing war in Ukraine, the chancellor has delivered his spring statement. The war has contributed to uncertainty in the global economy, with the Office for... read more →
Over time, you can pick up things that clutter your life and mean you aren’t living the lifestyle you want. It might be material items taking up space in your... read more →
At the end of 2021, the Bank of England (BoE) raised its base interest rate from 0.1% to 0.25%. Then, the Bank increased the rate further in February to 0.5%,... read more →
When you think of falling for a scam, you may think of being duped to hand over personal information or make payments. But some fraudsters are targeting one of your... read more →
Reports suggest that the top rate Income Tax band could be scrapped in the next few years. It could cut your tax bill and, somewhat counterintuitively, could increase how much... read more →
Official figures show that the amount paid in Inheritance Tax (IHT) has increased again. As the IHT thresholds are set to remain the same despite rising inflation, more people will... read more →
A significant proportion of retirees are relying on inheritances to fund their later years, but research suggests that it could place their future at risk. According to research from abrdn,... read more →
As you may know, inflation (or the “cost of living”) has been rising at a faster pace than usual. If you’re retired, the effect of inflation can be more pronounced... read more →
Since the start of 2022, you’ve probably noticed that global markets – and perhaps the value of your pension or investments – have been a little uncertain. Over the last... read more →