How to protect you and your family’s future
What kind of protection insurance do you need? There are various complex risks in life that we all face, such as serious illness, an accident or death. What would happen if something were to happen to you? Would your family be able to cope financially with the impact an unexpected event might have?
Bridging the gender pensions gap
Women left with half the pension pot, no matter the job We’ve all heard about the gender pay gap, but very few discuss the gender pensions gap, despite the fact so many women experience it. Women’s pensions at retirement are half the size of men’s, regardless of the sector they work in, new research has […]
Unretirement
More over-50s returning to work amid cost-of-living crisis Older workers have been leaving the jobs market in their droves over the past two years, partly due to many re-evaluating what they want from their lives and careers during the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, and also due to the devastating impact the pandemic had on […]
Cost-of-living crisis
Britons cutting back on food and entertainment to keep cars on the road Soaring petrol costs pushed inflation to its highest level for 40 years. New research has uncovered the impact of these high fuel prices on consumers as more than a third (35%) are spending less on food to keep their car on the […]
Funding the lifestyle you want
Get your retirement plans in motion One of the most common concerns among those approaching retirement is whether they will have enough money to last them. A new study[1] shows that only 25% of retirees feel very confident they’ve saved enough for retirement.
It’s good to talk
More young adults are more engaged about money with their parents than past generations When it comes to conversations about money, more and more families in Britain are opening up, new research reveals[1]. This is a significant increase from previous years, when such conversations were considered taboo.
A healthier approach to retirement wealth
Pension schemes have a critical role to play in the transition to a net zero economy Pension schemes have a critical role to play in the transition to a net zero economy, with many schemes already assessing the impact of their investments in the context of the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Ten tips for first-time investors
Ready to get started on your investment journey? Investing can help you grow your money faster than simply saving, but it can also be a little daunting knowing where to begin. You may think the volatile global stock markets may not be the ideal starting point for new investors, but it’s always a good time […]
When should I stop working?
How to tell whether you’re ready to retire Do you have enough income to retire? Are you prepared for the life changes retirement will bring? Is this the right time to sell your business? Is your timing right or will your savings and investments be at risk from volatile market conditions?
Bank of grandma and grandad
Older generation using the wealth held in their property to help younger generations It’s no secret that many younger people tend to encounter difficulties when seeking to enter the housing market for the first time. The degree to which existing homeowners are now prepared to use their own wealth to help their other family members […]