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4 valuable ways a financial planner can help you tackle “overwhelming” pension information
Do you find pension information confusing? You’re not alone; 50% of people in the UK describe the information they receive about their pension as “overwhelming”, according to a Standard Life study. Fortunately, there are places where you can seek guidance or advice....
Estate planning: Do you need to include Inheritance Tax?
Inheritance Tax (IHT) can affect what you leave behind for loved ones. It’s essential you understand if it’s something you need to think about, as there could be steps you can take to reduce a potential bill. Over the last few months, you’ve read about what estate...
All the winners and losers from the 2023 spring Budget
Just six months ago, Kwasi Kwarteng stood up in the House of Commons and delivered his controversial “mini-Budget”. The announcements ultimately brought down the short-lived Truss administration, with current chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, announcing a series of policy...
Your spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement
On Wednesday 15 March 2023, chancellor Jeremy Hunt presented his spring Budget. Focusing on the government's aims to halve inflation, reduce public debt, and boost economic growth, Hunt delivered his first official Budget alongside the latest economic and fiscal...
5 inaccurate expert predictions that prove why you shouldn’t try to time the market
When you look at investment performance with the benefit of hindsight, you may think you could predict how markets will move. Yet, markets are unpredictable and expert forecasts prove how difficult timing the market is. Every investor has heard the advice “buy low,...
Premium Bonds prize rate hits 15-year high, but are they worth it?
3There are now more chances to win through Premium Bonds as the prize rate reaches a 15-year high. So, what are your odds of becoming a millionaire overnight and are they worth it? Read on to find out. Premium Bonds were first introduced in 1956 to encourage more...
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