Life expectancy reversal: State Pension age could be rising too fast
The State Pension age could be rising too quickly as life expectancy rates grind to a halt. Analysis from pensions consultancy LCP suggests that life…
Women must save £185,000 more during their careers to match men’s retirement income
Women have to save up to £185,000 more than men during their careers to match what men will earn in retirement, according to research from Scottish…
Retirement planning: the key to being well-prepared for your golden years
Planning for your own retirement is a tricky topic. There are many variables to consider, and each individual has a specific set of circumstances and…
Treasury drops Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax reform plans – here’s what you need to know
The government has ditched plans to reform and possibly hike Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT), in a move that would have likely hit…
The new social care cap: how does it work, and how much will I pay?
After years not addressing the issue, the government has finally moved to implement new rules for the funding of social care. While the government…
Rishi Sunak’s Autumn Budget: what it means for your money
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has delivered the government’s Autumn Budget. The measures contained within it set the tone of the UK’s finances for the…
NS&I Green Bonds – what are they, and is there a better alternative?
National Savings & Investments (NS&I), the government-backed savings provider, has launched its first ever green bonds. So, what is the deal…
Rishi’s rising tax burden makes good wealth management a top priority
With the new Budget delivered by Chancellor Rishi Sunak, the tax burden on ordinary citizens of the UK is now at its highest level in 70 years. From…
Rising bills: here’s what to look out for to keep you on financial track this winter
With the economy roaring back to life as we emerge from the pandemic, household costs are rising fast to meet rising demand for certain goods and…
How to protect your budget from the energy price crisis
Gas price rises have soared thanks to rocketing demand for the fossil fuel as the global economy gets going again. It is something of a perfect storm…
Budget 2021: Here’s what to expect from Rishi Sunak’s upcoming tax announcements
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, will deliver his latest taxation and spending policies on 27 October. The Budget will account for the government’s…
Inflation is causing chaos, but good wealth management can bullet-proof your finances
Inflation is rising quickly, and with it the cost of living for everyone. But canny wealth management can be the best safeguard against the rising…