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10 simple ways to cut your carbon footprint and reduce your energy bills
Reducing your energy consumption can be a great way to cut your carbon footprint, lessening your personal impact on the environment and potentially helping to limit the devastating effects of climate change. As living costs and the price of energy…
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5 practical reasons you should create a financial plan with your partner
Money and financial goals are still sometimes viewed as taboo subjects, even within relationships. If you’ve been putting off conversations about finances, creating a plan together could have many benefits. Talk Money Week takes place between 7 and 11 November,…
Read moreLiving legacies are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know about them
More people are choosing to gift wealth during their lifetime rather than leaving assets as an inheritance. There are benefits to choosing a living legacy, but there are things you need to consider too, including your long-term financial security and…
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Before you increase pension withdrawals as the cost of living rises, here’s what you need to consider
As the cost of living rises, you may be considering increasing how much you withdraw from your pension. While it could solve short-term challenges, it’s important that you think about how it could affect your future too. Several factors, including…
Read moreBehavioural finance: The effect of psychology on investors
You should base financial decisions on logic and facts. But psychology can have a much larger effect than you think, and it can lead to you making decisions that aren’t right for you. Read on to find out more about…
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Why it’s important to remain calm amid continuing economic uncertainty
It would be fair to say that the recent “mini-Budget” ended up being anything but. A series of tax cuts, the reversal of both the National Insurance increase and a planned Corporation Tax rise, and an eye-wateringly large intervention in…
Read moreInvestment market update: August 2022
High levels of inflation and concerns economies will experience recessions later this year continue to affect investment markets. While the stock market is experiencing volatility, remember to focus on your long-term goals. Guarantees cannot be made, but, historically, markets have…
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10 healthy habits from around the world that could improve your wellbeing
There are lots of great habits from around the world you can adopt to boost your wellbeing. Even better, some of the most beneficial habits in the world are those that cost little and have been around the longest. Read…
Read moreCost of living crisis: Why you should review your budget and plans
The cost of living is rising. Reviewing your finances now is crucial for understanding what effect inflation could have on your lifestyle and long-term plans. Inflation was at an almost 40-year high. In the 12 months to August 2022, it…
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Why saving your pension could reduce a potential Inheritance Tax bill
When you start thinking about how you’ll create an income in retirement, it’s probably your pension that comes to mind. Yet, if your estate could be liable for Inheritance Tax (IHT), it could make sense to use other assets first.
Read more1 in 3 savers worry they’ve “lost” a pension. Here’s how to track them down
It can be easier than you think to lose your retirement savings. In fact, estimates suggest thousands of savers have forgotten about pensions that could support their retirement goals. 31 October marks National Pension Tracing Day, so it’s the perfect…
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7 compelling reasons you should seek financial advice at retirement
Some of the decisions you make as you retire could affect your income and lifestyle for the rest of your life. Yet, data suggests that many retirees aren’t taking financial advice and it could mean they face hardship in the…
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