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Savings
November 13, 2023

Is it worth becoming an ISA millionaire? 3>

According to the latest research, there are now a record 4,000 ISA millionaires in the UK with the average pot value standing at £1,397,000. This follows a trend over the last three years, where the…
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Pensions
November 10, 2023

Scorecard: Private pension vs workplace pension 3>

Are you getting the most out of your pension scheme? The type of pension you have, and the underlying investments you choose, can have a big impact on your income and lifestyle in retirement. Below,…
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Insurance
November 3, 2023

How much life insurance do I need? 3>

Life insurance can be a crucial “pillar” within a wider strategy for your household’s financial protection. If the worst happens, your loved ones have a means of financial support to help them through their grief.…
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Financial Planning
October 22, 2023

Upcoming wedding? 4 tips to keep costs under control in 2023-24 3>

According to the latest figures, the average cost of a wedding in the UK is about £30,000. Yet total costs can vary considerably depending on the couple in question – from a few hundred pounds…
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Financial Planning
October 16, 2023

How AI & new tech is affecting your finances 3>

Technology is changing remarkably fast in 2023 – perhaps at a faster pace than ever before. The arrival of artificial intelligence (AI), in particular, is opening new doors of possibility for creativity and productivity...
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Taxation
October 9, 2023

You can still maximise the 2023-24 tax year 3>

One of the best ways to put more hard-earned money back into your pocket is to maximise your tax allowances. Yet many people are confused about how the tax year works, which allowances they can…
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Pensions
October 3, 2023

Pension tax-free cash: a practical guide 3>

Pensions are still a powerful vehicle for saving towards retirement in 2023-24, particularly due to their tax advantages. One of these advantages is the freedom to withdraw up to 25% of the value of your…
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Financial Planning
September 21, 2023

How financial planning fuels your wellbeing 3>

Financial planning is objectively beneficial for your wealth and finances. Yet what about your mental wellbeing? Increasingly, studies demonstrate a key link between money and mind. How can you ensure that your financial plan is…
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Business
September 14, 2023

Managing money: A short guide for SMEs 3>

Keeping control of your business finances is crucial to maintain stability and steer everything towards success. Yet not every owner is confident in establishing good financial habits to pay yourself (and team members), build good…
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Investments
September 7, 2023

Balancing risk & reward as an investor 3>

Many people are attracted to the idea of investing. After all, the returns can be higher than the interest gained on cash savings. Yet the downside is the potential risk involved. It is possible that…
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