Month: May 2021

Since Pension Freedoms were introduced in 2015, retirees have had more choice when they access their pension. However, it also means you have more responsibility for generating an income later in life and it’s important to understand what your options are. Our latest guide explains the basics you need to know, including: Why it’s important

After a year of lockdowns and restrictions, evidence suggests economies around the world are now on the path to recovery, although uncertainty and challenges remain. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) once again increased its growth forecast for the global economy in April. The organisation now expects global growth of 6% in 2021, followed by 4.4%

As a nation, we’ve embraced gardening over the last year. With social distancing in place, we’ve fallen in love with our outdoor spaces, whether to entertain or relax in. According to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), three million Brits have developed green fingers recently. Are you looking to boost the appeal of your garden or

More than half (52%) of UK adults say they’re more environmentally conscious than they were pre-pandemic, according to an Aviva survey. However, in spite of this, the research also found fewer people are taking green actions, but a few big changes to your home could have a positive impact. While a high proportion of people

As a business owner, how can you boost productivity? Reviewing processes to improve efficiency or implementing more training may spring to mind. However, providing health and wellbeing benefits to your employees can prove valuable. Three in five (60%) small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) acknowledged that providing health and wellbeing benefits has a high impact on

The pandemic has placed pressure on families across the UK. So, it’s not surprising that more people are seeking financial advice and thinking about their long-term security. While financial advice can be incredibly useful in a crisis, an ongoing relationship with a financial planner can be just as valuable. After a year of lockdowns and

In the first nine months of 2020, there were 464,437 new babies welcomed across the UK, according to the Office for National Statistics. That’s more than one baby every minute! If you’re among these new parents, or know someone that is, you’ll know that there’s a lot to do – including taking some financial steps

Money has a huge impact on our wellbeing. Whether we have “enough” is often the focus when facing money challenges, but a new report suggests that our mindset and relationship with money could have a far bigger influence on wellbeing. Past research has linked financial concerns with poor wellbeing. The latest research from Aegon notes

We all hope to achieve financial security in retirement, allowing us to focus on the things we enjoy. While retirement might be associated with indulging hobbies and aspirations, Generation X (born between the mid-1960s and early 1980s) need to plan ahead if they’re to enjoy the same level of security as their parents. For Generation