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The 2022/23 end of tax year guide: 7 allowances to make use of before 5 April 2023

The 2022/23 tax year ends on Wednesday 5 April. After this date, many allowances reset, and it could be your last chance to use some of them. Allowances can help your money go further by reducing…

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Investment market update: November 2022

Globally, inflation and recession risks continued to affect markets in November. Head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva suggested that inflation could be nearing its peak. However, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) urged central banks…

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Soaring inflation means tax breaks are less valuable. Find out why here

While many tax allowances haven’t fallen, they haven’t increased in line with inflation either. In real terms, that means they’re less valuable than they once were. It could affect your income, long-term wealth, and what you leave behind for loved…

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Do you have a gap in your National Insurance record? Checking now could boost your State Pension

The rules around filling in a gap in your National Insurance (NI) record are changing. From 5 April 2023, you will only be able to make voluntary contributions for the past six years. If you have gaps in your record,…

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After the risk of pensions collapsing made headlines, here’s how your retirement savings are protected

Recently, you may have read headlines about how pension funds were close to collapsing. Naturally, you may be worried about your retirement savings and what protection is in place. Read on to find out. In September, former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng…

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6 essential steps to take if you’re retiring in 2023

If you’re retiring in 2023, congratulations! It’s an exciting milestone that you’re no doubt looking forward to. Here are six practical steps to take now to make sure you can retire with confidence and be financially secure. 1. Set a…

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Behavioural finance: 5 effective ways you can reduce the impact of bias

When you need to process information, it’s common to take shortcuts and rely on bias. It’s an approach that can be useful in some situations, but it can also lead to decisions that aren’t right for you. If you’re making…

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Your autumn statement update, and what it means for you

It has been a tumultuous year in British politics, with three prime ministers and four chancellors holding office. After the calamitous “mini-Budget” ushered in the demise of Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng, new chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered his first…

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Investment market update: October 2022

Much of 2022 has been marked by investment volatility and economic uncertainty, and October was no different. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), there is a rising risk of a global recession. The organisation downgraded its global growth forecast…

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The cost of living crisis is giving scammers more opportunities. Here are 3 scams to watch out for

Scammers are taking advantage of financial worries as the cost of living rises. It’s more important than ever that you remain alert to potential fraud. According to Citizens Advice, scammers have targeted more than three-quarters of adults…

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How to deal with political uncertainty when making financial decisions

British politics over the last few months has certainly been turbulent. In the last four months, there have been three prime ministers, four chancellors, and countless U-turns. So, it’s not surprising that households have been struggling to keep up with…

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47% of retirees leave work earlier than expected, but just 31% say they could afford to

Retiring early is a dream for many. Whether you’re looking forward to putting your feet up or going on an adventure, it’s a huge milestone and it’s important to be financially prepared. Yet, research suggests that many people retiring earlier…

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