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Aug 2024

Two-thirds of UK adults don’t have a will. Here’s how it could affect your legacy

A survey indicates that a worrying number of UK adults don’t have a will in place. If it’s a task you’ve yet to do, find out how the intestacy rules could affect your legacy and who benefits from your estate.

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Aug 2024

3 fundamental questions to answer if you’re investing for children

Investing on behalf of your child or grandchild could provide them with a financial head start when they reach adulthood. If you hope to build a nest egg, some fundamental questions could help you get more out of your assets.

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Aug 2024

4 unpredictable life events that could mean you’d benefit from a financial review

Unpredictable life events can knock even carefully laid plans off course. So, carrying out a financial review after events like redundancy or a relationship breaking down could help you update your plan, so it continues to reflect your circumstances and goals.

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Jul 2024

Inheritance Tax: The basics you need to know about the “death tax”

Inheritance Tax could reduce the wealth you leave for your family when you pass away. Around 4% of estates are liable for the tax. If you’re unsure whether your estate could be affected, discover the thresholds and allowances you need to know about.

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Jul 2024

15 delicious and unique afternoon teas to enjoy across the UK

Afternoon Tea Week takes place between 12 and 18 August this year. If you’d like to celebrate with your loved ones, why not visit one of these 15 delicious and unique afternoon teas from cafes across the UK?

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Jul 2024

How to effectively protect your identity and your finances from criminals

Recent data showed that identity theft is the most common way for criminals to target your finances. In light of this, read how to protect your identity from scammers.

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Jul 2024

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

Mental shortcuts, known as “heuristics”, are essential for making subconscious decisions. Yet, they could be harmful when you’re making important decisions and allow bias to affect your judgement. Discover four cognitive biases and how they may affect you.

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Jul 2024

Why mental shortcuts could harm your financial decision-making skills

Mental shortcuts, known as “heuristics”, are essential for making subconscious decisions. Yet, they could be harmful when you’re making important decisions and allow bias to affect your judgement. Discover four cognitive biases and how they may affect you.

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Jul 2024

78% of retirees could be missing out on investment returns by accessing their pension early

More than three-quarters of people over the age of 55 have withdrawn some money from their pension before they retire. While it could afford you more flexibility now, it might also mean you miss out on long-term investment returns. Find out how accessing your pension early could affect your retirement.

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Jul 2024

The value of financial planning: How it could help you achieve your aspirations

One of the key benefits of a tailored financial plan is that it could help you reach your goals, whether you want to retire early or see more of the world. Find out how working with a financial planner could help you make decisions that align with your aspirations.

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Jul 2024

Why tuning out political speculation may help you stick to your financial plan

While the general election has concluded, there’s still plenty of speculation about changes the Labour Party will make and how it could affect personal finances. While it might be tempting to react to headlines, tuning out the conjecture could help you stick to your financial plan.

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May 2024

Guide: How to find purpose and get the most out of your retirement

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