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10 financial tasks to complete this year to head into 2025 feeling confident
The end of the year is fast approaching, and while your mind might be on celebrating the festive period, it’s the perfect opportunity to tick off some financial tasks you might be putting off. Spending some time going through your finances and thinking about what you...
2 key Budget announcements that may affect your financial plan
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the new Labour government’s first Budget on 30 October 2024. Amid the announcements were key changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT) that could affect your financial plan. Ahead of the Budget, prime minister Keir...
Your Autumn Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement
Almost four months after Labour won the general election, chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her 2024 Autumn Budget, outlining the government’s plans for this tax year and beyond. Arguing that the July general election had given Labour a “mandate to restore...
Mindset and money – how gaining clarity in your thinking can positive impact your financial wellbeing
In this guest article written by Emma Jones – a clinical hypnotherapist, psychotherapist, and Master NLP practitioner – you can read more about mindset and money, and how gaining clarity in your thinking can positively impact your financial wellbeing. Over to you,...
5 common mistakes that could cause you to lose up to £300,000 of your pension
When it comes to pensions, minor missteps or oversights can have a considerable effect on your long-term savings. Due to the benefits of compound returns, missing just a few months, let alone years, of pension contributions can significantly reduce the growth of your...
4 common ways to split your shared home when you divorce
Divorce can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences you can go through, and the financial complexities often add to the stress. When it comes to dividing assets, some are easier to split than others. The family home, likely one of your most valuable...
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