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Top tips to help you avoid financial scams after the M&S data breach
Read our brand-new guide filled with key information, tips and insights to keep you safe from financial fraud
Investment market update: April 2025
As tariffs continued to cause market uncertainty in April 2025, your investments may have experienced volatility. Find out what happened and other factors that may have affected your portfolio.
7 English vineyards and wineries to visit this summer
English Wine Week aims to encourage more people to discover and enjoy English wines. So, it’s the perfect reason to visit some of the best vineyards and wineries around the country this summer.
5 Nordic lifestyle trends that could improve your wellbeing
Nordic countries are consistently ranked among the happiest nations in the world. So, if you want to improve your wellbeing, you might want to embrace some of these lifestyle trends and make them part of your day-to-day routine.
Lenders could ease “stress test” rule. Here’s why it may mean you can borrow more
Reports suggest the Financial Conduct Authority could ease its “stress test” rules, which are designed to assess if mortgage borrowers could continue to meet repayments if interest rates rise. Here’s what it could mean for those seeking a mortgage.
Essential estate planning steps that could protect young family members
Creating an estate plan can be difficult in any circumstances, but it might be particularly challenging if you have a young family member to consider. If you do, naming a guardian in your will and using a trust to pass on assets to them could be valuable.
Key financial planning challenges couples face and how we could solve them
When you’re creating a financial plan as a couple, you might encounter some challenges, such as difficulty talking about money or conflicting goals. Working with a financial planner could help you navigate these obstacles to get the most out of your joint assets.
Guide: How financial planning could help you answer essential “what if?” questions
If you’re worried about what the future holds for your finances, financial planning and cashflow modelling could help you answer “what if?” questions. This useful guide explains how it works and why it could boost your long-term confidence.
Investment market update: March 2025
US tariffs and growing uncertainty in Ukraine led to volatility in investment markets in March 2025. Find out what else may have affected the performance of your investments.
Revealed: The best city break destinations for this summer
Exploring a city during the summer could be a great way to experience a new culture and take in unique sights. If you’re struggling to pick a destination, learn more about the 2025 top five city breaks from around the world, according to Which?.
Why you should make registering a Lasting Power of Attorney a priority
A survey suggests just 8% of people have registered a Lasting Power of Attorney. For some, it means decisions, like being discharged from the hospital, are delayed because there isn’t someone to act on their behalf. If you haven’t named an attorney, find out how it could improve your security.
The AI technology that means you need to be vigilant for scams more than ever
Around 1 in 5 people in the UK fell victim to a scam in 2024. AI technology means it could be easier than ever for fraudsters to lull you into a false sense of security. Read about some of the techniques scammers could use to part you from your money.
5 strategies that could help you avoid running out of money in retirement
The fear of running out of money in retirement might mean you hold back plans and can’t fully enjoy this stage of your life. Read about five strategies that you might use as part of your retirement plan to reduce the risk of spending too much too soon and achieve peace of mind.
Financial protection: How it could help you bridge an income gap
If you are unable to work, you might need to rely on Statutory Sick Pay or occupational sick pay if your employer provides it. While useful, many families would still face an income shortfall. So, taking out appropriate financial protection may help bridge the gap.
The home movers guide to mortgages
If you’re planning to move home, there’s a lot to consider from how your affordability has changed to your options if you have an existing mortgage deal. This useful guide covers the essentials you need to know when buying your next home.
Your Spring Statement update – the key news from the chancellor’s speech
The chancellor has delivered the government’s Spring Statement. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Rachel Reeves announced in her speech.
How to choose the best financial adviser for your needs
There’s no denying that picking a financial adviser is a pretty big deal. Ideally, you’d choose an adviser once and you stay with them for life.
So, how do you make sure that your first choice of financial adviser is the right one for you?
Investment market update: February 2025
While headlines painted a gloomy picture of market conditions due to trade tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty, there were highs for investment markets in February. Discover some of the factors that may have affected the performance of your investments.
Property prices are predicted to jump 4% in 2025. Here’s what it could mean for you
Rising property prices mean your home is likely to be one of the largest assets you own, and experts predict prices will rise by 4% in 2025. If you have a mortgage on your home, it could help to reduce your repayments over the long term.
5 ways to make nature part of your routine
How much time do you spend in nature? If you’d like to find more reasons to head outside as the weather gets warmer, read on to discover five ways you can make nature part of your routine.