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Only 19% of adults are prepared for health and financial shocks

Published: May 5, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

Fewer than 1 in 5 UK adults are “adequately” protected from health and financial shocks, according to Cover Magazine (4 March 2026). This means families could be more vulnerable to shocks and face the consequences of being unable to meet … Continue reading

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Are you supporting a loved one? You might need a Lasting Power of Attorney to act

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Millions of well-intentioned people in the UK are helping their loved ones manage their online financial accounts, but could risk having these accounts frozen because they don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place. Lloyds’s 2024 Consumer Digital … Continue reading

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How the value of your estate affects a key Inheritance Tax allowance

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a growing concern for many people in the UK, with increasing numbers of estates facing a rising tax liability. Each year, the amount of IHT paid to HMRC is increasing. By 2030/31, the Office for Budget … Continue reading

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

Published: 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