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Investment market update: January 2026 Geopolitical tensions and threats of trade tariffs continued to impact global investment markets at the start of 2026. Read on

Smart tips that could help first-time buyers pay off their mortgage quicker The amount borrowed by the average first-time buyer has reached a record high

The money lessons you can teach children at every stage to boost their financial literacy Financial literacy was first introduced into the national curriculum back

6 in 10 over-45s are underestimating the cost of care by thousands of pounds Brits could face a worrying shortfall if they need care later

2 reasons to mark the new tax year in your calendar On 5 April 2026, the current tax year will end, and the new one

The power of pension tax relief and how it could boost your retirement income If you’re saving for retirement, you will want to get the

Your Autumn Budget update, and what it means for you After months of speculation and rumour, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the Autumn Budget for

How financial planning could give you the confidence to spend more The importance of saving is drummed into us from a very early age. As

Why successful investing starts with your mindset, not the markets What’s the most important factor affecting the performance of your investments? Your mind might jump

3 valuable ways to create a guaranteed income in retirement According to a September 2025 Financial Planning Today article, 39% of people say a guaranteed

Phasing into retirement: The emotional and financial benefits Last month, you read about how retirement is changing, with almost half of workers aged over 50

The difficult but important estate planning conversations to have with your family An estate plan sets out how you’d like your assets to be managed