Many of us will experience periods of stress in our lifetime. Whether it’s short-lived or more prolonged, some level of stress is perhaps an inevitable part of life. In fact, a study cited by Priory Group (16 September 2026) found…read more
Guide: Back to school: How to build a nest egg to fund your children’s education
Time passes quickly, and before you know it, your child has gone from taking their first steps or saying their first words to starting school. You’ll want to do all you can to set them up for a successful future,…read more
Your guide to the new Inheritance Tax and pension rules
Did you know that from 6 April 2027, most pensions will be included in your estate when calculating Inheritance Tax? The shake-up is expected to lead to an additional 10,500 estates becoming liable for the tax in 2027/28, and around…read more
Guide: Your guide to planning for later-life care
Thinking about life after you finish work usually involves planning for your retirement. This means considering how to enjoy your hard-earned wealth, perhaps by travelling, spending time with friends and family, or treating yourself to something you’ve always dreamt of…read more
Guide: How to plan for a 100-year life
The number of people celebrating their 100th birthday in the UK is on the rise. As life expectancy continues to increase, it is more important than ever to plan financially for a 100-year life. According to the Office for National…read more
Guide – SMART goals: 5 steps to effective financial planning
Planning your finances without clear goals is like setting off in your car without a destination – you might be able to keep moving, but you can’t be sure you’re heading in the right direction. That’s why goal-setting is at…read more
Guide: 7 key allowances you might want to use before the end of the 2025/26 tax year
The new tax year will start on 6 April 2026, and many of your important allowances and exemptions will reset. Checking whether you could use these valuable allowances before the end of the 2025/26 tax year on 5 April 2026…read more
Guide: 5 tips to help you manage your wealth in 2026
The start of a new year can be the perfect time to check in on your finances, set goals for the year ahead, and create a plan for how to achieve them. In fact, the Investment Association (6 January 2025)…read more
Guide: The money lessons your family could learn from board games this Christmas
There is perhaps no better time than the festive season to sit down and enjoy a favourite board game with your loved ones. But as many families know, a friendly game can quickly get competitive. Sometimes this even leads to…read more
Guide: 5 enduring money lessons you can discover in Jane Austen’s novels
In life, the finest wisdom often comes from the most unexpected places. So, you may be surprised to learn that Jane Austen – one of the most revered romance authors of all time and a paragon of women’s literature –…read more
