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ESG investing: The impact climate change could have on your investments
Last month, leaders of the G7 nations gathered in Cornwall for a summit. Unsurprisingly, the pandemic was top of the agenda, but climate...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20213 min read


7 apps to give your brain a workout
If someone mentions getting into shape, you probably think of exercising, getting outdoors and eating better. But a mental workout is...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20214 min read


Are Premium Bonds and other prize draws a good option for your savings?
Interest rates have been below 1% for 12 years. If you’re a saver, that means you’ve likely been receiving very little interest from your...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 16, 20213 min read


Guide: 10 simple but effective ways to create a better you
Search the internet and you’ll find a myriad of self-help sites aimed at helping you to improve your life and get the most out of it. Our...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 29, 20211 min read


4 things parents can do to help children secure a mortgage and financial security
The route to homeownership is filled with challenges and securing a mortgage is becoming increasingly difficult for aspiring first-time...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20214 min read


Inheritances left behind are growing – could you be affected by Inheritance Tax?
Inheritances are growing and becoming more important to household wealth, research finds. As the Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds are now...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20214 min read


Why adding your savings to your pension could mean your money goes further
Seven in ten (72%) UK adults have saved money due to the pandemic, but just a fraction plan to add these savings to their pension,...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20213 min read


Retiring in 2021? Planning is key as two-thirds risk depleting their pension savings
If you’re planning to retire this year, do you know how long your pension will last? Your pension savings will have an impact on the...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20214 min read


What is shareholder protection and why is it important for business owners?
If your business has multiple shareholders, what would happen if a shareholder became seriously ill or passed away? It could place the...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20214 min read


What you need to know if you’re a Power of Attorney
Taking on the responsibility of becoming a Power of Attorney can be daunting. If you’ve been named a Power of Attorney, whether you’re...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 23, 20214 min read


Guide: The history of investing and what you can learn from the past
Investing has been around for centuries and the basics haven’t changed as much as you might think. Technology has changed how we invest,...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 14, 20211 min read


5 reasons why Generation X need to engage with their pension to achieve security in retirement
We all hope to achieve financial security in retirement, allowing us to focus on the things we enjoy. While retirement might be...
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20214 min read


Carers Week: The financial impact of caring for a loved one
Across the UK, 6.5 million people provide informal care for a family member or friend. This care is hugely important for ensuring...
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20214 min read


Covid-19 spurs more people to seek financial advice, but it’s not just for times of crisis
The pandemic has placed pressure on families across the UK. So, it’s not surprising that more people are seeking financial advice and...
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20213 min read


Equity release: As property values soar, could your home help fund your later life?
Across the UK, private property is worth more than £6 trillion, according to an Equity Release Council (ERC) report. Property prices have...
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20213 min read


Investment market update: April 2021
After a year of lockdowns and restrictions, evidence suggests economies around the world are now on the path to recovery, although...
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20214 min read


How inflation can reduce your pension and what you can do about it
When you think of risks to your retirement, do you include inflation? It can have a huge impact on your income throughout retirement....
Chris O'Meara
May 28, 20214 min read


Your retirement choices: how to generate an income in later life
Since Pension Freedoms were introduced in 2015, retirees have had more choice when they access their pension. However, it also means you...
Chris O'Meara
May 13, 20211 min read


How the tax freezes announced in the Budget could leave you worse off
In March, chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his second Budget. After a lot of speculation that taxes would rise to pay for the cost of...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20214 min read


3 reasons to make social care part of your retirement plan
The cost of funding care and delivering support to the elderly has become a national priority. However, research suggests it’s still not...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20213 min read
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