Accessing A Child Trust Fund: What Are The Options?
12th October 2020
Last month, the first children to benefit from Child Trust Funds were able to access them. So, what are they and if your child or grandchild has one,…
Should You Take A Tax-Free Lump Sum From Your Pension?
12th October 2020
Your 55th birthday, rising to 57 in 2028, often marks being able to access your pension for the first time. The opportunity to take a 25% lump sum…
Pension Age Rises To 57: What Does It Mean?
12th October 2020
The pension age has risen to 57. From 2028, you won’t be able to access your Personal Pension until the age of 57. The government’s decision could…
Good Money Week: ESG And Investment Sustainability
12th October 2020
Do you consider investment sustainability when making financial decisions? With Good Money Week starting on the 24th October, which aims to encourage…
5 Things To Consider When You Come Into Unexpected Money
14th September 2020
Everyone has at some point daydreamed about what they’d do if they suddenly came into a large amount of unexpected money. But what would you do if it…
5 Things To Check Before Cashing In A Final Salary Pension
14th September 2020
If you’re fortunate enough to have a Final Salary pension, you have options for creating a retirement income that suits your goals. But, if you’re…
Does Market Volatility Affect Your Pension Choices?
14th September 2020
If you’re retiring this year, you may be worried about what the market volatility caused by Covid-19 means for your options. The good news is that…
UK’s Biggest Pension Fund Divests From Fossil Fuels, What Does It Mean?
14th September 2020
The UK’s biggest pension fund, Nest, is beginning the process of divesting its huge portfolio from fossil fuels. But what does that mean and why is…
3 Financial Lessons To Teach Young Adults Before They Go To University
11th August 2020
Young adults planning to head to university this year have faced more challenges than usual thanks to COVID-19. Yet, come September, thousands will…
5 Ways The Chancellor Could Recoup The Cost Of COVID-19
11th August 2020
While the health concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic remain, some of the focus is now shifting to the economic impact. Measures taken to reduce the…
Could Family Income Benefit Insurance Be Right For You?
11th August 2020
When we plan for the future, it’s also important to think about the unexpected things that might happen. No one wants to think about passing away…
What Should You Check When Reviewing Your Pension?
11th August 2020
Have you reviewed your pension lately? Even though we make regular contributions to pensions, it’s not often something we think about until…