Planning Articles

Beware the scammers who want your pension

Pension fraud has been on the rise ever since pension freedoms was introduced in 2015, allowing the over 55s to access money in their retirement pots.

PENSIONS AND RETIREMENT – STILL TABOO?

How to fund retirement is not an ideal topic for a quiet evening in. But it’s an important one which is being overlooked by millions of married couples.

Equity release on the rise

The impact of the pandemic means over-50s are now more likely to stay in their current home for life, having formed a greater attachment to living in the same space as fond memories.

INTERGENERATIONAL WEALTH: IT’S FAMILY BUSINESS

The number of families with multiple generations in retirement at the same time could rise in the future with the average life expectancy likely to increase.

Starting your own business: mistakes to avoid

Starting your own business: mistakes to avoid

Starting the journey as a business owner can be an exciting and rewarding experience, however, it is important to avoid money management mistakes and learn how to take calculated risks that will benefit your company. With a sizable number of new businesses failing within their first year, it’s important to learn from past entrepreneurs’ mistakes to avoid them yourself in the future.

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HAVE I SAVED ENOUGH FOR MY RETIREMENT?

HAVE I SAVED ENOUGH FOR MY RETIREMENT?

Retirement can be a daunting thought. It can cause the best of us additional stress and anxiety as the big day gets ever closer, always wondering if our pension pot will prove to be enough. The amount needed to fulfil your dreams will largely depend on the lifestyle and post retirement plans you have in mind.

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Changing priorities for pensions

Changing priorities for pensions

Over the years there have been many recommendations on the best route to take for your pension with a common perception that everyone should start young, to benefit from compound interest. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) may have changed this thought process. In a recent survey the IFS has called the government to nudge people to save more into pensions once their children have left home.

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