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Traditionally, you’d go from full-time employment to retirement on a set date. Now, more workers are embracing retirement flexibility and choosing to phase gradually into the next stage of their lives. Indeed, a survey published in September 2024 by WTW found that 49% of UK workers aged over 50 are already phasing into retirement or […]

There were ups and downs for investors during September 2025, with disappointing economic data dampening the market at times. However, some positive outcomes also emerged. Read on to find out what might have influenced your investment portfolio’s recent performance. Investors turn to gold as market uncertainty continues in September 2025 The price of gold reached

For many in the UK, owning a home remains a major life goal. Indeed, a survey presented by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reports that 55% of non-homeowners aspire to buy in the future. Despite what some may call a challenging housing market, this is a clear sign that the dream of homeownership is alive

Planning for the possibility of needing care can be daunting, but it also provides you with a sense of control and a chance to set out what your wishes would be. Over the last few months, you’ve read about why preparing a care plan is important and the potential costs of funding care later in

It was just 50 years ago that the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 allowed women to open their own bank account or take out a mortgage alone. Progress has been made since then, yet the gender wealth gap remains. Indeed, according to an April 2025 article from Legal & General, the gender pay gap was 13.1%

From April 2027, pensions are expected to fall within your estate and could be liable for Inheritance Tax (IHT). That date might seem far away, but the policy change has the potential to significantly affect your estate plan, so thinking about it now could be useful. While the policy change is still in the initial