Guide: 5 key financial planning steps to consider during a divorce

Going through a divorce can be incredibly emotionally challenging, but it may also represent the beginning of a new phase of your life. When starting a new chapter, it’s important to consider your financial plan, review your goals, and prepare for any challenges you might face in the future. This could be especially true during […]

10 of the world’s best destinations to travel to during winter in the UK

It’s not hard to argue that winter is a magical period. In northern hemisphere countries like here in the UK, it’s the time of year when cities sparkle with festive lighting, snow dusts dramatic landscapes, and much of the globe slows down to celebrate what is really important to them. While some people might enjoy […]

Guide: The surprising benefits of choosing a “living legacy” for your loved ones

Leaving wealth behind for your loved ones may be a priority when developing your financial plan. After all, you’ll likely want to see your family thrive and an inheritance could help them achieve important goals in life. Traditionally, you would transfer wealth to your loved ones when you passed away, leaving instructions in your will […]

Your Autumn Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement

Almost four months after Labour won the general election, chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her 2024 Autumn Budget, outlining the government’s plans for this tax year and beyond. Arguing that the July general election had given Labour a “mandate to restore stability and start a decade of renewal”, Reeves described it as “a Budget to […]

How to prioritise your mental health as a business owner

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While running your own business might give you an incredible sense of independence and success, it can often come with a significant emotional cost. Indeed, according to a survey from Simply Business, 56% of small business owners reported experiencing poor mental health in the 12 months leading to April 2023. This high figure might come […]

Will the US election affect your investments? Here’s what you need to know

People voting in the US election.

As the US presidential election on 5 November 2024 draws near, the race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris is certainly intensifying. Since Joe Biden stepped down due to concerns regarding his mental capacity, Harris has taken up the mantle for the Democrats, making the contest fiercely competitive. Indeed, polling averages […]

5 spooky financial mistakes to avoid this Halloween

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In the run-up to Halloween, you might spend your time decorating your home, picking a costume, or lining up horror films to watch with your friends and family. While ghosts and ghouls might give you a fright, there are some financial errors that can be far scarier – and much more costly – than any […]

Guide: Your retirement choices: How to generate an income in later life

Retirement on your terms is likely to be one of the key elements of your financial plan. So, as you approach or reach retirement, now is the time for you to start thinking about enjoying a comfortable life when you stop working. Many people see retirement as the start of their “second life” – the […]

The first-time buyer’s guide to saving a property deposit

Saving for that all-important property deposit can be a challenge for a first-time buyer, especially when balancing a high cost of living while trying to set aside money each month. Of course, such difficulties have always existed, but young adults today face increasingly higher barriers to entry into the property market. Data from the Office […]

Guide: 5 insightful lessons you could learn from the world’s most successful investors

Even for professional investors, consistently delivering above-average market returns on investments is challenging. Those who have delivered high returns over a long time frame are remembered among the world’s greatest investors. While you may not have the same resources that a professional investor may have at their disposal, you could learn valuable lessons from their […]