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Millions of people in the UK are now self-employed. Whether you work for yourself or are part of an industry where contracting is commonplace, it can place pressure on your finances. You need to manage your financial situation and potentially plan for periods where you’re not earning an income. Working with a financial planner can

November marks Talk Money week, an initiative that aims to encourage more people to talk about their finances. In the UK, personal finances can be something of a taboo subject. It’s not something we widely discuss. But whether it’s chatting with your partner or your financial planner, there are a lot of reasons why we

When was the last time you reviewed your will? If it’s been a while or your circumstances have changed, November is the ideal time to take another look at it. This month marks Will Aid month, aiming to encourage more people to consider their financial affairs and do good for charity. Will Aid is a

A bucket list should be personal, fun and help you accomplish the things you want in life. We often talk about things that are on bucket lists, whether it’s travelling to a new destination or trying your hand at something different, but have you ever written down your ideas? Putting together a bucket list can

When you first think of seeking financial advice, it might be the calculations that you focus on. The figures are an important part of understanding your financial situation and what you can achieve. However, it’s just a small part of what financial planning is about and where it adds value. Financial Planning Week was celebrated

Banks scams are on the rise and becoming more sophisticated. Every year, thousands of people are duped into authorising payments to fraudsters that they may not be able to receive compensation for. Understanding how criminals operate could help protect your money. According to figures from Finance UK, more than £616 million was stolen by criminals

The amount of assets that are invested whilst considering the impact it will have has increased. More investors than ever before are taking ESG (environmental, social and governance) factors into consideration to align their portfolio with their values. But what investment strategies are there that allow you to reflect this? The 5th – 11th October

Bonds are a common feature in many investment portfolios, alongside stocks, shares and cash assets. But how do they fit into your investment portfolio and what percentage should be allocated to bonds? What is a bond? Before diving into purchasing bonds, it’s important to understand exactly what they are and, therefore, how they can be

Welcome to our latest update of the investment markets. We take a quick look at some of the key factors that influenced the stock market in August and could continue to do so over the coming months. August has been characterised by volatility, recession fears and the ongoing trade war between the US and China.