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Why “boring” investments could be exciting long term
Opting for a “boring” investment strategy could be the route to returns that allow you to make exciting lifestyle decisions in the...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 10, 20253 min read


Explained: How Dividend Tax works and when you pay it
Managing your tax liability could help reduce your overall tax bill and get more out of your money. If you’re unsure how and when you...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Investment market update: June 2025
Trade tariffs continued to affect investment markets in June 2025, though uncertainty did start to ease. However, rising tensions in the...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 10, 20255 min read


How to prepare your loved ones for the “great wealth transfer”
Passing on your wealth to loved ones could transform their lives and mean they have more opportunities in the future. However, to get the...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Planning for care: The costs you might need to make part of your financial plan
Facing challenges later in life that might mean you need to rely on care can be difficult to think about. Yet, planning for care may be...
Chris O'Meara
Jul 10, 20253 min read


4 steps that could recession-proof your retirement
If you’ve been keeping up with the news recently, you’ll likely know that global economic growth is under increasing pressure. In...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20255 min read


Financial protection: 3 useful questions to help you calculate appropriate cover
Financial protection may provide you or your loved ones with a financial injection when you need it most. Calculating what level of cover...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Simple mental exercises to keep your brain sharp
New research suggests that our cognitive skills can start declining by age 30, if not earlier. If maintaining your health as you get...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Investment market update: May 2025
Uncertainty continued to lead to market volatility in May 2025. However, there was some good news for investors as some markets recovered...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20256 min read


How to use the “gifting from income” rule to reduce your estate’s Inheritance Tax bill
According to a Citywire report, forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) suggest the amount of Inheritance Tax (IHT)...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20254 min read


The simple step that could boost your annuity income in retirement
You’ve likely spent years preparing for retirement and envisioning the lifestyle you’d like to enjoy once work is officially behind you. ...
Chris O'Meara
Jun 2, 20254 min read


The compounding effect: How it could boost or harm your finances
When a 1920s ad referred to compound interest as “the eighth wonder of the world”, the quote was left unattributed. But that didn’t stop...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20252 min read


How to use an unexpected windfall to create long-term prosperity
If an unexpected lump sum lands in your bank account, you might be tempted to splash out and treat yourself. However, using a windfall...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20255 min read


Financial protection: The key options that could protect your lifestyle and family
Financial protection could provide you with a cash boost when you need it most, and there’s more than one type to consider. Last month,...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20254 min read


Key financial planning challenges couples face and how we could solve them
Creating a financial plan can seem complicated, especially if you need to take into account your partner’s views, assets, and goals. At...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20254 min read


Essential estate planning steps that could protect young family members
When you’re creating an estate plan, there are a lot of areas you might need to include, from considering tax liability to naming your...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20253 min read


5 shrewd ways to avoid paying tax on your savings
24% of people think all their savings are tax-free, according to a Lloyds Bank survey carried out in February 2025. However, they could...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20256 min read


Investment market update: April 2025
Once again, US president Donald Trump’s trade tariffs have affected investment markets throughout April 2025 and could have far-reaching...
Chris O'Meara
May 1, 20254 min read


How financial planning could help you answer essential “what if?” questions
Financial planning is all about helping you to reach your life goals. Ultimately, the objective is for your wealth to allow you to...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 8, 20252 min read


Half of adults reconsidering their retirement plans ahead of 2027 Inheritance Tax changes
An incoming change to the way pensions will be taxed when they’re inherited might mean you’re rethinking how you use your pension. Before...
Chris O'Meara
Apr 8, 20254 min read
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