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5 reasons to switch pension providers to boost your retirement savings (and 3 things to do first)
Do you know who your current pension provider is? If so, do you know why you chose them? Even when you’re making regular pension...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20213 min read


What does “rebalancing” your portfolio mean and why is it important?
When discussing investments or reading the news, you may have heard the phrase “rebalancing”. It’s an important part of making sure your...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20213 min read


10 books to fall in love with from the British Book Awards 2021 shortlist
Britain has a long history of fantastic storytellers, and a new generation of authors have filled this year’s British Book Awards...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20214 min read


Investment market update: March 2021
During March there were reasons to be optimistic. In fact, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) raised...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 23, 20214 min read


Guide: 10 things that could increase the value of your property
Talking about homes and property values is something of a pastime in the UK. Property is probably among one of the largest assets we own,...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 21, 20211 min read


Guide: 10 ways to make the most of your garden in 2021
After a year of lockdown measures, our gardens and outdoor spaces have become far more important. In fact, more than half of people say...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 29, 20211 min read


7 powerful investment lessons from Warren Buffett
The pandemic has led to more people taking control of their finances and investing. If you’re looking for some investing tips, the...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20214 min read


5 steps to take for successful business succession planning to prime your firm for growth
No matter the size of your business, some key people ensure its smooth running and growth. Without these people, even successful...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20214 min read


8 pension mistakes that could affect your retirement
Saving for retirement should be part of your financial plan and can help you secure the lifestyle you’re looking forward to. But watch...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20214 min read


Pensions and divorce: What are your options?
If you’re going through a divorce, your pension and retirement are likely the last things on your mind. And yet the decisions you make...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20213 min read


Why planning for the 2021/22 tax year now is a fantastic idea
The 2020/21 tax year hasn’t even finished yet, but it’s the perfect time to start thinking about the next 12 months. While this time of...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20213 min read


10 practical financial spring cleaning tips to boost your savings
Winter is behind us and it’s that time of the year when people give their homes a spring clean. But don’t just focus on tidying up your...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 26, 20214 min read


Relief for savers as “tax day” sees government announce no significant tax reforms
Late last year, the government announced that a range of documents and consultations on future tax policies would be released after the...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 23, 20214 min read


Your 2021 Budget summary
On Wednesday 3 March, Rishi Sunak delivered his second Budget as chancellor. The Budget outlines the state of the economy and the...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 3, 20214 min read


Budget 2021 - The winners and losers
A year ago, Rishi Sunak delivered his first Budget just as the pandemic began to take hold. While his £30 billion package sounded...
Chris O'Meara
Mar 3, 20215 min read


FTSE 100 suffers worst year since 2008 but your portfolio may still have gained
When you look at the headline figures of how investment markets performed in 2020, you may be worried about your finances. The impact of...
Chris O'Meara
Feb 3, 20213 min read


Capital Gains Tax review: 2 things that could change
The Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) is reviewing Capital Gains Tax (CGT) after being ordered to by chancellor Rishi Sunak. Changes...
Chris O'Meara
Feb 3, 20213 min read


Firms cut dividends, what impact will it have on you?
Companies have faced challenges in the last 12 months and, as a result, many have cut or suspended their dividends. If a portion of your...
Chris O'Meara
Feb 3, 20213 min read


Thousands will run out of money in retirement, will you?
Saving into a pension and accessing it comes with a lot of challenges as you need to think about how much income you need throughout...
Chris O'Meara
Feb 3, 20214 min read


Self-invested personal pensions: Are they right for your savings and achieving life goals?
More people are considering and starting to pay into a self-invested personal pension (SIPP). Increased engagement with retirement...
Chris O'Meara
Feb 3, 20214 min read
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