7 practical reasons to make a Lasting Power of Attorney now
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) could provide you with protection when you’re most vulnerable by giving someone you trust the ability to make decisions on your behalf. Yet, a survey in the Independent, found that less than half of married couples have an LPA. If it’s something you don’t have in place, here are
Financial planning, like space exploration, needs careful management after success
Space exploration is pushing new boundaries and more than six decades after Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space, historic launches and exciting milestones continue to capture public imagination. Yet, like financial planning, the period after reaching a goal requires just as much attention as those that garner coverage. On 23 August 2023, India
Should you take your pension tax-free lump sum to kickstart retirement?
When you access your pension, you can often take a tax-free lump sum. While this may seem an attractive way to fund your early retirement plans, there are some essential things you need to consider first. You can usually access your pension from the age of 55, rising to 57 in 2028. You can typically
Investment market update: May 2023
Economies and businesses still face challenges, but statistics indicate some of the pressure, including rising inflation, is starting to ease. Read on to find out what affected investment markets in May 2023. Remember, you should have a long-term outlook when investing. You should have an investment portfolio that reflects your goals and you feel confident
Could you soon pay with a digital pound? Find out more here
You may have heard about digital currencies in the news. And now, the Bank of England (BoE) is exploring the possibility of introducing a digital pound. Read on to find out what it means and why a digital currency could come to the UK. How we use money has changed enormously over the last few
