4 red flags that could be signs of a scam and what you need to know about them

4 red flags that could be signs of a scam and what you need to know about them Each year in June, Citizens Advice runs a two-week scam awareness campaign, aptly named “Scam Awareness Fortnight”. The organisation hopes its movement will raise your awareness of common scam tactics, and mean you’re confident that you know […]
3 valuable reasons you should increase your pension contributions when your earnings rise

3 valuable reasons you should increase your pension contributions when your earnings rise When you receive a pay rise, the first thing that may come to mind is buying a bottle of champagne to celebrate. Rightfully so, too; you deserve to enjoy the fruits of your hard work. After you’ve finished celebrating, it may be […]
4 essential Budget announcements that could boost your pension

4 essential Budget announcements that could boost your pension In a bid to encourage early retirees back to work, chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled several changes to pension allowances during the Budget. The announcements could mean you’re able to save more in your pension and boost your retirement income. Here are the four key pension changes […]
Investment market update: January 2023

Investment market update: January 2023 Investors should expect further volatility in the markets in 2023, experts suggest. Economies around the world are facing recession due to factors including high inflation and rising interest rates. The International Monetary Fund’s Kristalina Georgieva predicts that a third of the global economy will be in recession this year. The […]
5 useful tips for investors as experts predict a recession

5 useful tips for investors as experts predict a recession Several factors have put economies around the world at risk of entering a recession. As an investor, you may worry about what it’ll mean for your portfolio, but it may not have the negative effect that you think, particularly over the long term. The long-term […]
Identity theft: Discover 5 useful tips to protect yourself as cases double

Identity theft: Discover 5 useful tips to protect yourself as cases double A survey from Nationwide suggests that many people aren’t being as diligent at guarding their personal information as they should be, despite the number of identity theft cases doubling between 2021 and 2022. The poll found that 11% of women and 23% of […]
4 reasons you may want to boost your ISA before the tax year ends

4 reasons you may want to boost your ISA before the tax year ends You have until 5 April 2023 to make the most of your ISA allowance for the current tax year. If you want to boost your savings or investments, adding more to your ISA could make sense. For the 2022/23 tax year, […]
Here’s why your pension could reduce your estate’s Inheritance Tax liability

Here’s why your pension could reduce your estate’s Inheritance Tax liability Are you worried about Inheritance Tax (IHT) or how you’ll pass on your wealth to loved ones? For some people, pensions can provide a way to tax-efficiently leave wealth to family. Here’s what you need to know. While IHT currently affects around 1 in […]
Explained: Your 3 main options when accessing your pension for the first time

Explained: Your 3 main options when accessing your pension for the first time If you’re saving into a defined contribution (DC) pension, you can choose how you access the money. You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the savings provide you with an income for the rest of your life, so understanding the different options available […]
The 2022/23 end of tax year guide: 7 allowances to make use of before 5 April 2023

The 2022/23 end of tax year guide: 7 allowances to make use of before 5 April 2023 The 2022/23 tax year ends on Wednesday 5 April. After this date, many allowances reset, and it could be your last chance to use some of them. Allowances can help your money go further by reducing your tax […]