Reaching specific life goals requires planning If you don’t know where you want to go, you’ll find it tricky getting there! Investment goals cover everything from the old adage of saving for a rainy day to planning for a comfortable retirement. Goal-based investing, which emphasises investing with the objective of reaching specific life goals –
Read moreTax-efficient ways to fund the next generation It’s natural we may want to give younger members of our family a financial start in life. Especially when we hear about some students graduating with eye-watering levels of debt. If you are able to help your children or grandchildren without risking running out of money yourself, it’s
Read moreProduct choice broadened in the later life lending sector In an effort to broaden product choice in the later life lending sector, the Financial Conduct Authority now treats Retirement Interest Only (RIO) mortgages as standard mortgages, instead of being regulated under Equity Release rules. This factor, among others, has resulted in several lenders adding RIO
Read moreConsidering the practicalities of fulfilling your desired lifestyle If you are aiming to retire within the next five years, its time to get into the mindset of considering the practicalities of fulfilling your desired lifestyle and making plans. You now have just 60 pay packets left until you retire. This is a time when you’ll
Read moreDon’t ignore the corrosive impact rising prices can have on your investments Inflation is an economy-wide sustained trend of increasing prices from one year to the next. The rate of inflation is important as it represents the rate at which the real value of savings and an investment is eroded and the loss in spending
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Autumn is the perfect time of year to curl up under a blanket by the fire with a good book. As the nights draw in and Halloween approaches, there’s nothing quite like a story that sends a delicious shiver down your spine and adrenaline pumping through your veins. Whether you’re a fearless horror fan, a
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Cryptoassets may not be regulated financial products, so please be aware that trading them carries a considerable amount of risk for your capital. Cryptocurrencies are also not covered by existing consumer protection laws and are not suitable for the majority of investors. Crypto is slowly becoming more mainstream, but it remains a high-risk investment. While
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It can be easy to overlook your own financial security if you’re focused on your business. However, if you’re relying on your business to deliver an income, it’s important to take steps that could improve your financial security. If you haven’t already taken these steps, it’s worth considering whether they should form part of your
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