Things to avoid when investing

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To keep your investments from losing value or slowing the growth of your as- sets, avoid these common investing mistakes. There are more risks and opportunities than ever for investors to navigate in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Here are four approaches we believe every investor should follow. Don’t pile into cash – stay invested The […]

Investment Update – Inflation and Omicron set the scene for investors

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Markets signed off the year amid high inflation rates and renewed concerns over the coronavirus. The Omicron variant of the coronavirus unsettled markets at the beginning of December, with investors unsure about how renewed restrictions on socialising and travel will affect the global economy. The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) urged national leaders […]

Be wary of the crypto-craze

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You might be thinking about whether to invest in crypto currencies. We explain why it may not be the right choice, and how to better approach your portfolio. This year has been eventful for bitcoin, with the cryptocurrency reaching a record high and then almost halving in value all in the space of six weeks. […]

Talking Points Issue 4

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Our latest news and developments affecting personal finance. In this edition we explore the rising popularity of equity release, ways to beat inflation, when interest rates could rise, what your rights are when it comes to bank fraud, and more. Download below

Can your pension sustain your retirement?

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Working our how long your pension pot will need to last – as life expectancy rises – is worth thinking about sooner than later. The lockdown caused many people to reassess their lifestyles, which for some meant choosing early retirement. But what retirees have found is that pension pots are not matching the period of […]

Social Care: Reform and Funding Summary

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National insurance contributions are set to rise to support the health and social care reform plan which the government have put in place for 2022. We have produced a summary which covers the social care proposals, how the costs will be met (National Insurance and Dividend Tax Rates) and what it could mean for you. […]

Martin Lewis launches new financial education text book

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You may have seen in the news recently, Martin Lewis has launched a Financial Education Textbook.  The very first financial education textbook ‘Your Money Matters’ is designed for 14-16 year olds and covers a range of topics including spending and saving, debt, borrowing and future financial planning. We think this is an excellent way of […]