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06 Feb 2023
4 reasons you may want to boost your ISA before the tax year ends
You have until 5 April 2023 to make the most of your ISA allowance for the current tax year. If you want to boost your savings or investments, adding more to your ISA could make sense. For the 2022/23 tax year, you can add up to £20,000 to adult ISAs. Read More
06 Feb 2023
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 saving to a spending mindset. To secure your retirement, putting money away… Read More
06 Feb 2023
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 part of your overall financial and life plan. Now, read on to discover why… Read More
27 Jan 2023
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 your tax liability. Reviewing your finances before the deadline could… Read More
19 Jan 2023
Time for a tax health check
As the current tax year draws to a close, it could be time for a tax health check. When was the last time you had one? Our handy checklist is a good place to start. Income tax Earning over £150,000? avoid paying 45% tax with pension contributions Earning over £100,000? reclaim your… Read More
05 Jan 2023
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 investors will need to negotiate in 2023 too. As economies continue to struggle with… Read More
05 Jan 2023
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 want. While many people set a new year resolution, many are forgotten… Read More
05 Jan 2023
Why you need to consider your retirement plans if you choose a longer mortgage
Data suggests that an increasing number of homeowners could be paying their mortgage past the traditional retirement age. While taking out a longer mortgage can be useful, it’s important to have a long-term plan so you can meet other goals too. According to research from Quilter, the… Read More
05 Jan 2023
What are “stealth taxes”, and how could they affect your wealth?
Over the last few months, you may have heard the term “stealth taxes”. While you may not be affected by changing tax rates or lowered thresholds immediately, your tax bill could rise without you noticing due to freezes in certain allowances or exemptions. The term stealth tax is used to… Read More
05 Jan 2023
61% of Brits feel stressed about later-life planning. Here are 5 things you can do to boost your confidence
The majority of Brits feel stressed about planning their retirement, a survey from Aviva finds. While later-life planning can seem complex, taking control of your goals and pension during your working life can mean you feel more confident. The survey found that 61% of Brits feel stressed… Read More
05 Jan 2023
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 ensure your wishes are followed. While it can be difficult to think… Read More
05 Dec 2022
Less than a third of families have an emergency fund that provides financial security
Two-thirds of families could find themselves in financial difficulty if they face a shock because they don’t have enough saved in an emergency fund, research suggests. Do you have enough saved to cover potential emergencies? An emergency fund is an important part of creating financial resilience. It means you could… Read More
