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The minimum pension contribution may not be enough. Here are 3 reasons to increase your contributions

Published: June 8, 2022 by Jennifer Armstrong

Pension auto-enrolment means that if you’re employed you’ve likely been automatically enrolled into a pension and contributions are deducted from your pay. However, the minimum contributions may not be enough to secure the retirement you want, and the sooner you … Continue reading

Investment market update: April 2022

Published: May 26, 2022 by Jennifer Armstrong

The conflict in Ukraine is continuing to affect markets and economies around the world. According to a report from the Kiel Institute of the World Economy, the war led to global trade falling 2.8% between February and March. The effect … Continue reading

Interest rate rises lead to fewer mortgage deals on the market

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

First-time buyers and homeowners searching for a new mortgage deal are finding there’s less choice on offer. Following the Bank of England (BoE) increasing the base interest rate three times since the start of the year, providers have pulled some … Continue reading

Misconceptions mean that 40% of homeowners don’t have life insurance

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Do you have life insurance in place? A survey suggests that some homeowners are choosing not to take it out because of common misconceptions about how life insurance works. Life insurance would pay out a lump sum to beneficiaries if … Continue reading

Revealed: How long will you spend in retirement as more people than ever reach 100?

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

When you’re nearing retirement there are a lot of big decisions you need to make. From when to retire to how much income to take from your pension, how long you will spend in retirement is a crucial piece of … Continue reading