Guide: How an Olympic mindset could help you manage your finances effectively
Thousands of athletes are descending on Paris for the 2024 Olympics this summer. It’s not just natural talent and a dedication to training that’s helped them reach this incredible goal, but their mindset too. Discover some of the powerful Olympic lessons you could apply to managing your finances in this useful guide.
Why failing to remortgage could cost you hundreds of pounds every month
Research suggests a third of homeowners haven’t remortgaged when their deal came to an end, and their monthly repayment could be far higher as a result. Find out why and what you need to consider when your mortgage end date is nearing.
Higher-rate taxpayers: Beware of the 60% tax trap
Around 1.35 million people were affected by the tapering of the Personal Annual Allowance in 2023/24. It could mean their Income Tax bill was higher than expected because they fell into the 60% tax trap.
The fantastic benefits of basing your financial plan on happiness
When you think about what you want your future to look like, it’s probably the experiences that come to mind, rather than wealth. So, putting your happiness at the centre of your financial plan could help you achieve the lifestyle you want.
Guide: How to find purpose and get the most out of your retirement
Getting the most out of your retirement is about more than organising your finances. Finding your purpose and considering what makes you happy could help you enjoy the next chapter of your life. Discover some of the steps you can take to embrace retirement.
3 valuable pension lessons workers can learn from retirees’ regrets
A survey has revealed that 2 in 5 UK retirees have regrets, including not saving enough in their pension. The findings could serve as a valuable lesson if you’re working and saving for your future.
Making your present part of your financial plan could enhance your life
We often talk about the importance of planning for your future to create long-term security and help you reach your goals. Yet, it’s still important to balance your long-term needs with enjoying life and having experiences today. Find out how financial planning could help you strike the right balance.
5 effective tips that could help you cut impulsive financial decisions
Impulse spending or decision-making could affect your finances in the short and long term. Discover five effective tips you could put into practice now to curb the impact impulsive decision-making could have.
The essential guide to mortgages
Reviewing mortgage options can be overwhelming, whether you’re a first-time buyer or are expanding your property portfolio. This handy guide covers the essentials you need to know when you’re comparing different deals to help you find the one that’s right for you.
ESG for beginners: The basics you need to know about ESG investing
If you’ve heard of “ESG investing” but aren’t sure what it means if or it’s right for you, read the essential things you need to know and discover how you could make it part of your investment strategy.
5 powerful tips that could help women close the investment gap
Research suggests that women are less likely than men to invest, and it could be widening the wealth gap. These powerful tips could give more women the confidence to start investing or seek financial advice to give them confidence.
3 practical reasons to check your State Pension forecast before you retire
A third of people don’t check their State Pension forecast before they retire. It could mean they’re missing crucial information when creating a retirement plan, including when they’ll be able to claim the State Pension and how much they’ll receive. Find out why you might want to check your State Pension forecast now.
3 valuable ways business owners could extract profits
As a business owner, you might want to extract profits from your business to support your current lifestyle and your long-term goals. Read this article to discover the three main routes and the potential tax implications you may need to factor into your decision.
5 practical tips that could help you set realistic financial goals
Being realistic when setting out financial goals can be difficult. Your goals might be decades away and factors outside of your control could influence the outcome. Discover five practical tips that could help you set achievable objectives.
The announcement of the new UK ISA marks 25 years of tax-efficient savings
ISAs have provided a tax-efficient way to save and invest for 25 years. Now, the introduction of a UK ISA and changes that may provide you with greater flexibility in 2024/25 could make ISAs more valuable than ever. Find out why you may want to consider ISAs.
1.5 million households could see their mortgage repayments soar when their deal ends in 2024
1.5 million homeowners are expected to face higher mortgage repayments when their fixed-rate deal comes to an end this year. Find out what steps you could take to potentially reduce your outgoings.
How to calculate the level of income protection that would provide you with financial security
Understanding your essential outgoings and what other income you could expect to receive if you were unable to work due to illness, may help you calculate how financial protection could boost your financial resilience.
ESG investing: What does a “net zero commitment” mean?
You may have come across the term “net zero commitment” when reviewing investments. As more pension and investment funds take steps to reduce their impact on the environment, read this blog to find out what the term means.
Guide: 10 things you can learn about your financial plan from these ABBA hits
Your Spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement
The chancellor has delivered the government’s Spring Budget. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Jeremy Hunt announced in his statement.