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How a financial plan could support your long-term goals when living with a disability
July marks Disability Pride Month, which provides an opportunity for disabled people to come together. If you’re living with a disability, you might face some unique financial challenges that a financial plan could provide a solution for. According to the House...
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...
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 (3 June 2026). The organisation warned that delays in agreeing a peace deal would affect global growth and cause...
Guide: Your guide to planning for later-life care
Thinking about life after you finish work usually involves planning for your retirement. This means considering how to enjoy your hard-earned wealth, perhaps by travelling, spending time with friends and family, or treating yourself to something you’ve always dreamt...
5 questions to answer before you withdraw a pension lump sum to reduce Inheritance Tax
From 6 April 2027, many unused pension pots will be included in Inheritance Tax (IHT) calculations. Since the government announced the change in the 2024 Autumn Budget, an increasing number of people have opted to withdraw their tax-free lump sum from their pension as...
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...
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