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Has your income increased? Here’s why you should boost your pension contributions
Almost a fifth (18%) of UK adults said their income had increased in the three months to June 2021, according to an LV= survey. As the...
Chris O'Meara
Oct 18, 20214 min read


Why you need to complete an expression of wishes alongside your will
You may have thought about who you’d like to benefit from your assets when you pass away and written a will to ensure your wishes are...
Chris O'Meara
Oct 18, 20214 min read


Consolidation: Why it could help you beat the challenge of keeping track of pensions
Your pension might not be something you think about often. Unlike your current account or even ISA, it could be decades before you’ll be...
Chris O'Meara
Oct 18, 20214 min read


Why switching to a sustainable pension is the best thing you can do to tackle climate change
From ditching the car to recycling your waste, you probably take a range of steps to help protect the environment and our planet. As the...
Chris O'Meara
Sep 24, 20214 min read


Equity release: As house prices soar, here’s what you need to consider first
House prices have soared. Your home could be one of your largest assets, but the wealth is largely inaccessible. With prices rising, it’s...
Chris O'Meara
Sep 24, 20214 min read


When can you access your pension? It might be further away than you think
The age you can access defined contribution (DC) pensions is rising. Research suggests that many people are unaware of this, but it could...
Chris O'Meara
Sep 24, 20213 min read


Income Tax doubles since 2000 – here are 2 allowances to help your money go further
The amount of Income Tax paid to HMRC has doubled since the turn of the millennium. With tax bands now frozen until 2026, more workers...
Chris O'Meara
Sep 24, 20214 min read


Why your attention is your most precious resource
When you think about what your most precious resource is, you might say money or even time. Yet an author recently proposed a different...
Chris O'Meara
Sep 24, 20213 min read


Investment market update: August 2021
While economies continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic, there are signs that the pace of growth is beginning to slow....
Chris O'Meara
Sep 6, 20214 min read


Guide: Leaving an inheritance vs gifting during your lifetime
Have you thought about how you’ll pass wealth on to those who are important to you? Traditionally, this has been done through...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 30, 20211 min read


The guide to later-life planning and care
When you think about your future, how far ahead do you plan? Perhaps you’ve thought about what your life will look like in 10 years, but...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 10, 20211 min read


The history of vaccines: from smallpox to Covid-19
The Covid-19 vaccine is something we’ve heard a lot about in the last year. As of July 2021, 54% of the UK population has been fully...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20213 min read


The millennial generation and wealth transfer paves the way for ESG investing boom
While ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing is growing across all investor segments, it’s the millennial generation...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20213 min read


Cashflow modelling: How it can give you confidence in your choices
When you’re making financial decisions, one of the challenges is understanding the impact that it could have on your long-term finances....
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20213 min read


Why rising house prices could mean you need to reconsider your Inheritance Tax plan
House prices have reached record highs this year. While you may be pleased the value of your home is increasing, it may also mean you now...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20214 min read


What is pension tax relief? How it can help you reach retirement goals
There are many excellent reasons to save into a pension. One of them is the tax relief you benefit from, but many pension savers are...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20214 min read


7 things you need to do this Pension Awareness Day
Pension Awareness Day is just around the corner and is the perfect time to review your pension to make sure you’re getting the most out...
Chris O'Meara
Aug 3, 20214 min read


5 excuses for not seeking financial advice, and why they’re wrong
Millions of people are missing out on financial advice that could help them reach their goals because of misconceptions, research finds....
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20213 min read


10 steps that can help you secure a mortgage for your dream home
If you’re unhappy with your current home, you’re not alone. Millions of homeowners say their property isn’t right for them and money is...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20214 min read


Everything you need to know about financially supporting children through university
It’s that time of the year when thousands of teenagers across the country are waiting to find out if they’ve been accepted to university....
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20214 min read
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