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11 Mar 2024

7 practical tips that could help Generation X feel more confident about their retirement

Less than half of Generation X feel confident about their retirement finances. If you’re worried as you approach the milestone, there may be some practical steps you could take to improve your outlook and help you enjoy the next stage of your life.

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11 Mar 2024

Retirement planning: The 3 main ways you could access your pension

Last month, you read about the importance of setting retirement goals. Your pension will often play a fundamental role in reaching them, so understanding how you could access your pension is essential.

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06 Mar 2024

All the winners and losers from the 2024 Spring Budget

If you want to know how the 2024 Spring Budget affects you, here are all the winners and losers from the chancellor’s latest fiscal announcement.

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06 Mar 2024

Your Spring Budget update, and what the Budget means for you

The chancellor has delivered the government’s Spring Budget. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Jeremy Hunt announced in his statement.

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05 Feb 2024

6 imaginative books to read with children this World Book Day

How are you taking part in World Book Day this year? Read on to find six imaginative books you could enjoy with your children or grandchildren.

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05 Feb 2024

A Lasting Power of Attorney could offer protection at every life stage

How are you taking part in World Book Day this year? Read on to find six imaginative books you could enjoy with your children or grandchildren.

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05 Feb 2024

How to protect financial gifts to your children from relationship breakdowns

Relationship breakdowns could lead to assets you’ve gifted to your child remaining with their ex-partner. In some circumstances, there may be steps you can take to ensure a gift stays in the family.

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05 Feb 2024

5 handy tips that could help couples create an effective financial plan

Managing your finances as a couple could mean you’re more likely to reach goals, but it can come with challenges too. Here are five handy tips that could help you and your partner build an effective financial plan.

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05 Feb 2024

How to move into the decumulation phase of retirement planning

Moving into the decumulation phase of retirement planning can present some challenges. As well as understanding how to effectively manage depleting your assets, you may find you need to adjust your mindset too.

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05 Feb 2024

Retirement planning: The importance of setting out your lifestyle goals

When you start planning for retirement, your focus might be on the financial side. However, paying some attention to your lifestyle goals could help you feel fulfilled as you start the next chapter of your life.

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02 Feb 2024

Guide: Everything you need to know about annuities when creating a retirement income

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