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12 online puzzles like Wordle to give your brain a workout in 5 minutes
Back in October 2021, Brooklyn-based software developer Josh Wardle designed a simple online game that his crossword-loving partner would...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 13, 20224 min read


3 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'Meara
Apr 13, 20224 min read


Why it pays to use your 2022/23 ISA allowance right now
The 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'Meara
Apr 13, 20224 min read


Why good retirement planning is about more than your pension and money
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...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 13, 20223 min read


Your older pensions could be delivering “poor value for money”, and it could cost you thousands
If you opened a defined contribution (DC) pension in the 1990s or 2000s, the charges you’re paying could be higher than comparable...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 13, 20224 min read


Investment market update: February 2022
Throughout February, tensions between Russia and western countries caused concern for investors. As Russia invaded Ukraine, stock markets...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 8, 20223 min read


How the British garden has changed over the centuries and shaped modern outdoor spaces
British 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'Meara
Mar 8, 20224 min read


Could someone steal your home? Thousands of people have been affected by a property scam
When 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'Meara
Mar 8, 20223 min read


Inheritance 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'Meara
Mar 8, 20224 min read


5 things the FIRE movement has in common with financial planning
The FIRE movement is a small but growing lifestyle movement. It stands for “financial independence, retire early”, and challenges the...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 8, 20224 min read


5 effective ways to turn a lump sum into a passive income
Finding 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'Meara
Mar 8, 20224 min read


Is 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'Meara
Feb 25, 20224 min read


8 things to do to give your finances a spring clean
As 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'Meara
Feb 25, 20224 min read


Over-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'Meara
Feb 25, 20223 min read


What 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'Meara
Feb 25, 20224 min read


8 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'Meara
Feb 23, 20223 min read


Pension 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'Meara
Feb 23, 20224 min read


Why 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'Meara
Dec 30, 20213 min read


7 different ways you can leave gifts in your will
When you think about writing or updating your will, who you want to benefit from your estate is often the first consideration. However,...
Chris O'Meara
Dec 30, 20213 min read


3 personal finance risks in 2022 and what you can do about them
When you look forward to the year ahead, what do you consider to be the biggest risks to your personal finances? A poll from interactive...
Chris O'Meara
Dec 30, 20214 min read
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