Have you ever thought about how your finances would hold up in an emergency? Although unemployment, illness and death aren’t pleasant subjects, preparing for the worst is essential to ensure you and your loved ones are protected against financial hardship. In the same way as the fire...
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You’ve no doubt heard the oft-quoted phrase, ‘Money can’t buy happiness.’ Although it’s true that having more money doesn’t equal greater happiness, your attitude to money can affect the extent to which you enjoy life. There are several things that can influence your relationship with money, including...
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Earlier this month marked National Work Life Week, which aims to encourage both employers and employees to focus on wellbeing and striking the right balance between work and life. The pandemic has accelerated trends in working practices, more people are working from home than ever...
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Getting on the property ladder has always been a struggle. But a combination of soaring rents, rapidly rising house prices and stagnant wages means many millennials are worrying they’ll never be able to purchase their own home. For the millennial generation, the oldest of which are...
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The property market might be affected by the impact of Covid-19 at the moment, but some things remain the same. If you’re hoping to buy a home, a lender will use your credit report when assessing your application. Before applying for a mortgage, checking your...
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When you’re coming to terms with the loss of a loved one, financial planning will be one of the last things on your mind. Yet, in the months afterwards, it can provide security and help you plan for the rest of your life. Bereavement can mean...
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This month marked financial planning week, which aims to showcase the benefits of financial planning, from the financial gains to improved wellbeing. To celebrate this, we’ve got a checklist of steps you should take before 2020 ends to ensure you’re on track. 1. Think about your...
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More people are becoming self-employed and it’s a step that’s been linked to improved wellbeing. But it can mean your financial security falls, particularly when looking ahead to retirement. For self-employed workers, it’s important to take steps that can ensure your financial security in the...
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Money can be a difficult topic for people to talk about. For something that can have such a significant impact on our lives, we should feel more comfortable discussing it openly. This idea of “money silence” is what fuels the work of Kathleen Burns Kingsbury,...
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Choosing a financial planner can be tricky. If you don’t know the jargon or what exactly a financial planner can do for you, making the choice can be particularly daunting. To make an informed decision and choose a financial planner who can set you up for...
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