Planning for early retirement

Planning for early retirement

Planning for early retirement What are the financial consequences to stopping work in your 50s? Early retirement may be the ultimate dream for some, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic made it the only option for many. Figures from the Office for National...
The power of a plan

The power of a plan

The power of a plan How to create a personal financial plan in 8 steps When thinking about your future financial wellbeing, it can be helpful to consider a plan. It is a good idea to have a clear sense of what you want from life and use this as a guide for making...
Pensions and retirement still remain a taboo

Pensions and retirement still remain a taboo

Pensions and retirement still remain a taboo When it comes to marriage and money, it’s good to talk Millions of married couples have no idea about their spouse’s pensions and retirement plans, according to new research[1]. More than three-quarters (78%) of non-retired...
UK pensioners underpaid

UK pensioners underpaid

UK pensioners underpaid More than £1 billion in State Pensions impacted due to ‘repeated human errors’ The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) underpaid 134,000 pensioners in State Pension to the tune of £1 billion, according to the National Audit Office (NAO)[1]....
How can I protect my money from inflation?

How can I protect my money from inflation?

How can I protect my money from inflation? Five questions to ask before inflation really takes off ‘How can I protect my money from inflation?’ is a question that many people may be asking themselves right now. In the current economic climate, rising inflation is...