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Financial planning is all about helping you to reach your life goals. Ultimately, the objective is for your wealth to allow you to achieve all the things you want to do now and in the future. That might be as simple as being able to relax and enjoy a comfortable retirement or helping your children
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When was the last time you stopped and paid attention to the sounds around you? It’s easy to become accustomed to the racket of your busy life – honking traffic, dogs barking, phones ringing – but just because you can ignore the constant noise doesn’t mean you should. A 2006 study on music unexpectedly discovered
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Trade wars and fears that tariffs could spark recessions meant investment market volatility continued in March 2025. Read on to find out more about some of the factors that may have affected the value of your investments recently. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development slashed the growth forecast among advanced economies this year due
Read moreOnce you’ve made a financial plan, that’s not the end of the process. Regularly reviewing it in the context of your current situation is a must. When you think back to what your priorities or aspirations were just five years ago, they’ve probably changed. Likewise, your financial situation may be different too. Not coming
Read moreHomeowners and retirees looking to boost their incomes are increasingly using equity release products. Giving homeowners a way to access the wealth tied up in their property, equity release can be an attractive option. It can give you a lump sum or pay over several smaller amounts. There are two main equity release options: 1.
Read moreMedia plays a huge role in the decisions we make on a daily basis. From digital news sites to social media, you can hardly escape its influence. But is ‘financial porn’ affecting your decisions and financial security? Sensationalist news has become commonplace; it’s evident with just a glance of the headlines in the morning’s newspapers.
Read moreAs you approach retirement, you’ve probably been dreaming about what you’ll do with the extra free time. Perhaps you plan to see the world, spend more time with grandchildren or indulge in some hobbies. But what would you do if your retirement income was less than expected? It’s a challenge many could soon be experiencing.
Read moreNovember marks Will Aid Month. We want to take the opportunity to remind you just how important a will is and explain why it should be considered a crucial part of your financial planning. You no doubt have an idea of what you’d like to happen to your wealth and assets once you pass away.
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