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5 tips that could help you sell your home

Selling your home might be stressful, but there are things you could do that may speed up finding a buyer and make the process smoother. Discover five tips if you want to sell your home. According to Zoopla (13 May 2026), 44% of homes listed in the past three years have failed to sell. In […]

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4 practical reasons to regularly contribute to your child’s pension

In a bid to pass more wealth to their loved ones, a growing number of families are opening pensions for their children. Whether your child is still in nursery or already working their way up the career ladder, there could be benefits to making pension contributions on their behalf. According to an article in the […]

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How a cashflow model could provide clarity about your retirement income

Having a reliable income in retirement could give you the freedom to create a lifestyle you enjoy and achieve those bucket-list goals you’ve dreamed about for years. In a 2023 survey by Legal & General, 94% of UK adults said their most important retirement dream is to feel financially secure for the rest of their […]

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The £12.3 billion cost of delaying estate planning

Affluent families who delay estate planning could miss out on chances to reduce a potential Inheritance Tax (IHT) bill and pass more on to their families. Find out if you could benefit from considering IHT and how you might pass on assets tax-efficiently. According to a report covered by Today’s Wills and Probate (5 June […]

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What does a change in prime minister mean for your finances?

On 22 June, Keir Starmer announced he would quit as Labour Party leader. The decision had been anticipated in the media, but the changes still pose some uncertainty over the coming weeks. Read on to find out what it could mean for your finances. The Labour Party will need to decide on a new leader, […]

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Investment market update: June 2026

According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), a global recession could occur if the conflict in Iran continued into 2027. The organisation warned that delays in agreeing a peace deal would affect global growth and cause energy shortages. Indeed, the OECD said in a scenario where the conflict continues into 2027, global […]

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Why you could benefit from reviewing your financial habits as you transition into retirement

Retirement is a significant life transition. Some of the financial habits that served you well during your working life might no longer suit your retirement lifestyle. Sticking to your current financial habits could mean you miss out on opportunities to enjoy your retirement, or even mean you risk using up your savings too soon. Read […]

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Balancing your goals: Why investing could be suitable for long-term goals

Reaching your long-term goals often requires careful planning and consistent action. A financial plan could help you work towards these goals and, in some cases, investing may play an important role too. In previous blogs, you’ve read about how you might reach short- or medium-term goals. Now, read on to discover some key considerations for […]

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Investment market update: May 2026

There were highs and dips in the investment markets in May 2026. Discover some of the factors that may have affected your portfolio’s performance. Remember, short-term market movements are a normal part of investing. When you’re reviewing returns, it’s typically a good idea to look at the bigger picture and assess performance over several years. […]

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4 ways you could choose to pass on assets to loved ones

Do you want to create a legacy by passing on assets to your loved ones? There’s more than one way to do it, and you might want to combine several different options. As part of your estate plan, you might want to consider who you’d like to benefit from your estate and how you will […]

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