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Investment market update: September 2024

Economic data suggesting some developed countries, including the US, could fall into a recession continued to affect investment markets in September 2024. Read on to discover other factors that may have affected the performance of your investments. UK Data from the Office for National Statistics...

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

A fright this Halloween could boost your psychological resilience

Did you know that small doses of fear and horror might be good for you? Whether you’re spending this Halloween enjoying treats in front of a scary film or venturing out for a thrill-seeking experience, it’s important to know the effects that fear – and the...

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

2 valuable types of financial protection to consider if you have a family

How would your family cope financially if you passed away? It may be a difficult question to consider, but it could also be an important one. Understanding the challenges your family could face may mean you’re able to identify steps to protect them, including taking...

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

5 reassuring ways a financial plan could help you deal with life’s scares

Halloween is just around the corner, but there’s more than ghouls and ghosts to be scared of. Sometimes, daily life can be just as frightful as the latest horror film. Here are five reassuring ways a financial plan could help you next time you encounter one...

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

3 insightful pieces of data that could help you remain calm during market volatility

When you read that investment markets have fallen you might feel nervous or scared about the effect it could have on your future. Emotions like these sometimes lead to impulsive decisions that aren’t always in your best interest when you consider the long term. So,...

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

Inheritance Tax: How does the UK compare internationally?

More than 70% of Brits think Inheritance Tax (IHT) is unfair, according to a poll carried out by Tax Policy Associates in 2023. You might consider how other countries handle taxing assets when you pass away to be “fairer”, read on to find out more....

09 October, 2024 / 0 Comments

Investment market update: June 2024

2024 is a historic election year – elections will take place in 50 countries. More than 2 billion voters will head to the polls in countries including the UK, US, France, and South Africa throughout the year. Political uncertainty can affect investment markets and there...

02 July, 2024 / 0 Comments

How to effectively protect your identity and your finances from criminals

Identity theft is a significant problem in the UK. Indeed, Infosecurity Magazine reports that 4.3% of the population – that’s 1.9 million Brits – had their identity stolen and used by fraudsters to open a financial account in 2023. Your private information is incredibly powerful....

02 July, 2024 / 0 Comments

3 fun ways you can pass on essential money lessons to children

As a parent or grandparent, you want the young children in your life to grow up to be happy and successful adults. A solid grasp of finances could set them off on the right track when they get older, but alarmingly, many children don’t receive...

02 July, 2024 / 0 Comments

How to use life insurance to cover a future Inheritance Tax bill for your family

The amount the government collects through Inheritance Tax (IHT) is on the rise, and freezes to allowances mean it’s expected to increase further. If your family could face a bill when you pass away, life insurance could provide a valuable way to cover the expense....

02 July, 2024 / 0 Comments