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Investment market update: January 2026

Geopolitical tensions and threats of trade tariffs continued to impact global investment markets at the start of 2026. Read on to find out what factors may have affected your investments at the…
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How to break your phone habit to reclaim your time

Phones are incredibly practical tools, letting you stay in touch with your loved ones, watch videos, and even track your fitness, all from a device that fits in your pocket. Your phone…
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How to navigate the mortgage market to find the right deal for you

The number of mortgage deals available has reached its highest level since October 2007, according to a MoneyAge article (12 January 2026). As of January, there were more than 7,150 mortgage options…
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6 life insurance myths homeowners should know

Compared to other countries in Europe and the US, Brits are among the least likely to take out life insurance, and it could leave their families in a vulnerable position if the…
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Employee Ownership Trusts: Why they could be a strategic exit option for business owners

If you’re a business owner thinking about your long-term plans, you might have already considered the ways you could exit your company. Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) have become a common way to…
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How a financial plan could help you feel in control following a divorce

Going through a divorce is difficult, and it’s normal to experience a loss of control. It can be tempting to turn away from difficult topics, such as those relating to your finances,…
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Gifting to reduce an Inheritance Tax bill? Here are 5 things to check first

In the Autumn Budget 2025, the chancellor announced that Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds would remain frozen for a further year, until 2031. Upcoming changes will also see unused pensions included in an…
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Investment market update: December 2025

After a year filled with uncertainty and rising trade tensions, markets were calmer in December 2025. Find out what may have affected the performance of your portfolio at the end of the…
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7 motivational tips to help keep your 2026 goals on track

With the festivities of 2025 now at a close, you’ve likely already started thinking about the year ahead. Indeed, 2026 brings the opportunity to reflect on what you hope to achieve over…
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Guide: 7 key allowances you might want to use before the end of the 2025/26 tax year

The new tax year will start on 6 April 2026, and many of your important allowances and exemptions will reset. Checking whether you could use these valuable allowances before the end of…
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What the Back to the Future ripple effect could teach you about financial planning

It’s been 40 years since Back to the Future delighted cinema-goers with its time-travelling adventure. Teenager Marty McFly discovers the power of the “ripple effect”, and it’s something that could be valuable…
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The compounding effect: How it could boost or harm your finances

When a 1920s ad referred to compound interest as “the eighth wonder of the world”, the quote was left unattributed. But that didn’t stop it from becoming synonymous with the celebrated physicist,…
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