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The potential perils of accessing your pension at 55

Published: March 4, 2025 by Jennifer Armstrong

Reaching the minimum pension age and being able to access your retirement savings might mean new possibilities opening up. You may start thinking about giving up work, withdrawing a lump sum to pursue a goal, or using your pension to … Continue reading

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How financial planning could help you overcome decision paralysis

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

How long do you leave essential tasks on your to-do list? If you’ve put off tasks because they feel overwhelming, you’re not alone, but delays could be harmful. Read on to find out how financial planning may help you overcome … Continue reading

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Investment market update: January 2025

Published: February 7, 2025 by Jennifer Armstrong

Concerns around potential trade wars following President Trump’s inauguration weighed on investment markets in January 2025, but there was positive news too. Read on to discover some of the factors that may have affected the performance of your investments. Keep … Continue reading

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The guide to securing a mortgage with a poor credit score

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Finding a mortgage with a poor credit score may seem like an uphill battle, but it isn’t impossible. If you’re an aspiring homeowner but are worried about how your credit report could affect your chances, read on to discover some … Continue reading

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How “snowballing” your investments could boost your long-term returns

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

“Snowballing” could help your money grow at a faster pace when you’re investing over a long-term time frame. Imagine you’ve made a snowball and you’re rolling it through more snow – it’ll increase in size at a faster and faster … Continue reading