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How creating a care fund could provide you with essential protection later in life

How creating a care fund could provide you with essential protection later in life

by Gavin Johnson | Dec 3, 2024 | News

Rising life expectancy is good news but it could present some challenges, including making provisions for potentially needing additional help later in life. An Age UK report has highlighted how many people have unmet care needs and the lack of financial support from...
Financial fears could be holding back millions of retirement dreams

Financial fears could be holding back millions of retirement dreams

by Gavin Johnson | Dec 3, 2024 | News

Research suggests the fear of running out of money later in life could be holding back millions of retirees. While spending too much too soon is a risk for some retirees, it could also mean you miss out on the lifestyle or experiences you’ve been looking forward to....
4 positive mindset changes that could boost your finances

4 positive mindset changes that could boost your finances

by Gavin Johnson | Dec 3, 2024 | News

There are lots of factors that could affect your relationship with money. While habits and influences can be hard to break, that doesn’t mean you can’t change your mindset to boost your finances and work towards your goals. How you view money is often shaped by a...
3 simple questions that may help you update your life goals for 2025

3 simple questions that may help you update your life goals for 2025

by Gavin Johnson | Dec 3, 2024 | News

As 2025 draws nearer, now is the perfect time to think about your aspirations for the year ahead and beyond. Read on to discover some simple questions that may help you assess if your life goals have changed. Last month, you read about 10 financial tasks to complete...
10 of the world’s best destinations to travel to during winter in the UK

10 of the world’s best destinations to travel to during winter in the UK

by Gavin Johnson | Nov 27, 2024 | News

It’s not hard to argue that winter is a magical period. In northern hemisphere countries like here in the UK, it’s the time of year when cities sparkle with festive lighting, snow dusts dramatic landscapes, and much of the globe slows down to celebrate what is really...
Guide: The surprising benefits of choosing a “living legacy” for your loved ones

Guide: The surprising benefits of choosing a “living legacy” for your loved ones

by Gavin Johnson | Nov 4, 2024 | News

Leaving wealth behind for your loved ones may be a priority when developing your financial plan. After all, you’ll likely want to see your family thrive and an inheritance could help them achieve important goals in life. Traditionally, you would transfer wealth to...
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