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• Money and divorce

  4 days ago

  Divorce is a complex process that often comes with various financial considerations, and preparing for a divorce is undoubtedly challenging, especially when it involves untangling your finances. The emotional strain can make it difficult to make clear-headed decisions, and the long-term consequences may not be immediately apparent.  [...]

• Pension drawdown

  4 days ago

  Pension drawdown is a flexible way of taking income from your pension, introduced after the pension freedom rules in April 2015. Before that, the government limited how much income you could take from your pension unless you had other sources of income, and annuities were commonly used to provide a guaranteed income for life. [...]

• Cost of care in later life

  4 days ago

  The costs of care in later life can vary greatly and depend on a multitude of factors. Notably, the type of care required, the individual's financial situation and their location within the UK play a significant role in determining these costs. [...]

• Investment bonds

  2 weeks ago

  How bonds' structure and tax advantages can help you pass on wealth Investment bonds offer several benefits that some investors may be missing out on, and have become even more beneficial due to recent changes in tax regulations following the Chancellor’s decision to reduce the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Allowance from £12,000 to £6,000 this year and to £3,000 in April 2024.  [...]

• Missing out on unclaimed money that could be in your pocket?

  2 weeks ago

  £1.3 billion pension tax relief unclaimed by pension savers over a five-year period According to recent research, higher rate and additional rate taxpayers in the UK leave millions of pounds of pension tax relief unclaimed yearly[1]. This amounts to a staggering total of £1.3 billion over a five-year period. This unclaimed money could be in your pocket instead. [...]

• Saving for the next generation

  2 weeks ago

  Taking proactive steps in securing your child’s or grandchild’s financial future Many parents and grandparents set aside money for the next generation to help with their financial needs. The rising cost of education, housing, and life in general, has created concerns about financial stability for future generations.  [...]

• The importance of understanding tax-free pension withdrawals

  1 month ago

  Many over-55s are unaware that they can access 25% of their pension pot tax-free A surprising 43% of individuals over 55 need to be made aware that they can withdraw 25% of their pension pot tax-free, according to recent research[1]. Knowledge could lead to better decision-making when it comes to accessing pension savings. [...]

• The Gender Pension Gap issue

  1 month ago

  73% of women make only minimum pension contributions, compared to 58% of men A significant difference in pension contributions between men and women has been revealed from a recent study[1], highlighting that women are more likely to pay the minimum required amount into their pensions under auto-enrolment. [...]

• Price of adulthood

  1 month ago

  Financial responsibilities increase significantly after 25 Paying essentials such as utilities and council tax becomes a reality as young adults transition from student life to the workforce. The reality of financial responsibilities often accompanies the excitement of newfound independence during one's mid-twenties.  [...]

• Lump sum vs regular contributions!

  1 month ago

  Choosing the right pension payment strategy When planning for your future, consider increasing your pension savings. But should you do this through a lump sum or by raising your regular contributions? In this article, we look at each option. [...]

• Using your inheritance effectively

  1 month ago

  Making informed decisions about managing the funds wisely Inheriting wealth can be both a blessing and a challenge. It presents an opportunity to improve your financial security and accomplish your goals but it also involves managing the funds wisely. Cash flow modelling is essential to help you make informed decisions about using your inheritance effectively. [...]

• The importance of understanding tax-free pension withdrawals

  1 month ago

  Many over-55s are unaware that they can access 25% of their pension pot tax-free A surprising 43% of individuals over 55 need to be made aware that they can withdraw 25% of their pension pot tax-free, according to recent research[1]. Knowledge could lead to better decision-making when it comes to accessing pension savings. [...]