Chris O'MearaApr 134 minInvestment market update: March 2022Throughout March, the war in Ukraine continued to dominate headlines and affect investment portfolios around the world. Many companies,...
Chris O'MearaApr 134 min12 online puzzles like Wordle to give your brain a workout in 5 minutesBack in October 2021, Brooklyn-based software developer Josh Wardle designed a simple online game that his crossword-loving partner would...
Chris O'MearaApr 134 min3 interesting pieces of data that show why you shouldn’t panic during market volatility Over the last two years, investors have experienced a lot of volatility. If you’ve been tempted to change long-term plans, data can...
Chris O'MearaApr 134 minWhy it pays to use your 2022/23 ISA allowance right nowThe 2022/23 tax year has only just started, but you should already start thinking about how you’ll use your allowances over the next 12...
Chris O'MearaApr 133 minWhy good retirement planning is about more than your pension and moneyIf 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...
Chris O'MearaApr 134 minYour older pensions could be delivering “poor value for money”, and it could cost you thousandsIf you opened a defined contribution (DC) pension in the 1990s or 2000s, the charges you’re paying could be higher than comparable...
Chris O'MearaMar 83 minInvestment market update: February 2022Throughout February, tensions between Russia and western countries caused concern for investors. As Russia invaded Ukraine, stock markets...
Chris O'MearaMar 84 minHow the British garden has changed over the centuries and shaped modern outdoor spacesBritish people love to enjoy their gardens and get their hands dirty cultivating outdoor spaces. It’s a love that can be traced back...
Chris O'MearaMar 83 minCould someone steal your home? Thousands of people have been affected by a property scamWhen you think of falling for a scam, you may think of being duped to hand over personal information or make payments. But some...
Chris O'MearaMar 84 minInheritance Tax receipts rise again. What can you do to minimise the bill? Official figures show that the amount paid in Inheritance Tax (IHT) has increased again. As the IHT thresholds are set to remain the same...
Chris O'MearaMar 84 min5 things the FIRE movement has in common with financial planningThe FIRE movement is a small but growing lifestyle movement. It stands for “financial independence, retire early”, and challenges the...
Chris O'MearaMar 84 min5 effective ways to turn a lump sum into a passive incomeFinding a way to create a passive income can give you more financial freedom and complement to your other sources of income. And, if you...
Chris O'MearaFeb 254 minIs the interest rate rise good news for savers?After more than a decade of low interest rates, the Bank of England (BoE) has suggested that it will continue to gradually increase its...
Chris O'MearaFeb 254 min8 things to do to give your finances a spring cleanAs you start to put winter behind you, you may be thinking of giving your home a spring clean or the projects you want to take on over...
Chris O'MearaFeb 253 minOver-50s are taking more investment risk. Could it affect their retirement?A study has found that over-50s are taking more investment risk and embracing high-risk investments. In some cases, this may fit into...
Chris O'MearaFeb 254 minWhat kind of lifestyle does a £1 million pension buy?A million-pound pension can provide you with financial freedom in retirement, but it may not deliver the millionaire lifestyle you think....
Chris O'MearaFeb 233 min8 in 10 cancer patients suffer a financial hit. Here’s how protection policies can offer security Being diagnosed with cancer can mean facing physical and mental challenges, but research finds that many patients also face financial...
Chris O'MearaFeb 234 minPension drawdown: Are you taking a sustainable income?Flexi-access drawdown can provide retirees with more freedom to create an income that suits their lifestyle. However, Financial Conduct...
Chris O'MearaDec 30, 20213 minWhy do people use equity release, and is it an option you should consider?As house prices soar, your home could be one of the largest assets you own. Equity release offers a way to access some of the money...
Chris O'MearaDec 30, 20213 min7 different ways you can leave gifts in your willWhen you think about writing or updating your will, who you want to benefit from your estate is often the first consideration. However,...