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Powerful reasons to plan how to use your 2026/27 allowances and exemptions now

Published: May 5, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

The 2026/27 tax year started on 6 April 2026. While you have until 5 April 2027 to use tax-efficient allowances and exemptions, making a plan now could be valuable. Continue reading

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4 ways women could boost their confidence and close the pension gap

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Women in the UK are falling behind on their pension savings. Pensions Age (February 2026) reports that women aged 30 to 45 have £36,000 less saved for retirement than men, on average. Numerous factors are contributing to this gender pension … Continue reading

Why doing nothing might be the hardest investment strategy to follow

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Once you have made an investment strategy, often doing nothing is the best course of action. Yet, it’s an approach that might be more difficult to stick to than you expect. Investment markets often experience volatility, which could tempt investors … Continue reading

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How psychology might affect your view of cash and safety

Published: April 7, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

How your brain works can affect how you view wealth and different assets. For many, this can mean cash feels like a safer option than alternatives, but it’s not always the right one. Indeed, sometimes choosing to hold cash could … Continue reading

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Balancing your goals: 3 options for short-term savings

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

It’s common to be juggling different goals with various time frames, which can be difficult to balance. Over the next few months, you can read tips on managing short-, medium-, and long-term financial goals, and how a financial plan could … Continue reading