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6 of the most popular TED talks that could help you reach your goals

Learn tips that could improve your mindset and help you reach your goals with these popular TED talks. TED started as a conference where ideas about technology, entertainment, and design converged in 1986. Today, the online…

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Identity theft: Discover 5 useful tips to protect yourself as cases double

A survey from Nationwide suggests that many people aren’t being as diligent at guarding their personal information as they should be, despite the number of identity theft cases doubling between 2021…

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Explained: Your 3 main options when accessing your pension for the first time

If you’re saving into a defined contribution (DC) pension, you can choose how you access the money. You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the savings provide you with an income for the rest of your life, so understanding…

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Is your mindset holding you back from enjoying your retirement? Financial planning could help

When you think about retirement planning, what challenges come to mind? While ensuring you have enough saved and that you don’t run out of money are common concerns, there is one you may have overlooked: changing from a…

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Estate planning: How to understand the value of your assets and estate

When you’re deciding how to pass on assets and who you want them to go to, understanding their value, and how this might change, is crucial.  Last month, you read about why estate planning should be…

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The essential guide to ISAs

ISAs have been around for more than two decades, but they’ve changed significantly since they were first introduced. This guide can help you understand why using an ISA to save or invest could be a valuable part of…

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Investment market update: December 2022

2022 ended with uncertainty and volatility that’s persisted for much of the year. Read on to find out what happened in December and how it affected investment markets.  Looking ahead, uncertainty is likely to be something…

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How to set out goals to achieve success in 2023

What do you want to achieve in 2023? From improving your fitness to learning a new skill to support your career goals, setting out what you want to achieve this year can help you lead the life you…

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3 key autumn statement changes you need to be aware of for the new tax year

Last year, chancellor Jeremy Hunt made some key announcements during the autumn statement that could affect how much tax you pay from April. Reviewing your financial plan could help you understand if you’ll be affected and make changes…

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3.3 million pre-retirees have started a phased retirement. Here’s what you need to know about managing your finances

Fewer workers are choosing to give up work on a set date. In fact, 34% of over-55s that haven’t given up work yet are gradually phasing into retirement, according to Legal & General…

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Revealed: The key to happiness in retirement is focusing on experiences

Retirement is a milestone that’s often greeted with celebration. But what do you need to do to be happy during your later years? Research has revealed that it’s experiences, rather than material items, that are important. …

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Estate planning: What is it and why does it matter?

Have you thought about how you’ll use assets later in life or what you’d like to happen to them when you pass away? Planning for the future with an estate plan now could improve your long-term security and…

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