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March 12, 2025

2025: The UK Economy & Your Financial Plan 3>

What might happen to the UK economy in 2025? What could it mean for your finances, and how can you prepare your financial plan? It is impossible to predict what will happen, but we can…
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March 12, 2025

The Gender Pay Gap: Achieving Financial Empowerment 3>

International Women’s Day (8 March) is an important reminder of issues faced by women across the world. Finance remains a key area where women experience considerable barriers. There are still significant gender “gaps” between men…
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January 16, 2025

How to achieve financial stability in 2025 3>

Did you know that nearly one-third of UK workers are living month-to-month? The statistic is also reflected amongst those earning over £100,000 due to the cost of living “squeeze”. Financial stability is all about living…
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December 10, 2024

A financial plan for a strong start in 2025 3>

A new year is the perfect opportunity to reflect on what has passed, celebrate accomplishments, and plan for the future. At this time, many people are more motivated to get organised and pursue their goals.…
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December 7, 2024

Financial advice for widows and widowers: a short guide 3>

Losing a spouse or life partner is one of life’s most traumatic experiences. If you are reading this as someone grieving, first of all, we offer our deepest condolences. Here at Castlegate, our Grantham financial…
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November 12, 2024

What the Autumn Statement means for your pension 3>

Chancellor Reeves finally delivered her much-anticipated budget on the 30th of October, 2024. Many have been asking what this means for their job, taxes and wider household finances. Retirees (and those approaching retirement) are also…
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November 8, 2024

Older relative finances – how you can help 3>

We recently had World Alzheimer’s Day in September, and now (in November), the world is highlighting mental and physical well-being for men. These important events remind us that there are many people – including those…
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October 31, 2024

The Autumn Statement 2024 3>

There had been much speculation about this budget. Finally, Rachel Reeves—the UK’s first female Chancellor—delivered her plan for the UK economy on 30 October 2024. The budget includes tax rises and key commitments on borrowing…
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October 7, 2024

Four forgotten areas in divorce & financial planning 3>

Divorce is widely regarded as the second-most stressful life event after the death of a spouse and marital separation (according to the Holmes and Rahe stress scale). The UK recently introduced “no-fault divorce” into the…
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October 4, 2024

30 October Budget: A tax checklist to watch 3>

There is a lot of media attention on the upcoming Autumn Statement due on 30 October 2024. The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has confirmed that tax rises will be arriving in this budget. The question, of…
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