
The 2020/21 end of the tax year guide
The current tax year will end on 5 April 2020, a date when many allowances and tax breaks will reset. In some cases, it will be your last chance to use them. Making use of

Inheritance Tax and gifting guide
If your estate could be liable for Inheritance Tax (IHT), gifting is one solution for passing on wealth while reducing the bill that could be appropriate for you. Our latest guide explains the basics of

What would negative interest rates mean?
With interest rates at an all-time low and the economy facing uncertainty, you may have read headlines about whether negative interest rates are the next step. But what would that mean in practice and is

How to boost your mood as the nights draw in
The nights are drawing in and it can affect our mood. If you’re suffering from the winter blues, there are some things you can do to improve your outlook. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), sometimes known

Will house prices fall in 2021?
House prices have been climbing in recent weeks as pent up demand means there’s more competition for each property. Yet, forecasts suggest that property prices could fall in the New Year. The impact of Covid-19

Balancing investment risk and reward: What should you consider?
We know that investments come with risk and the value of your investments can fall. With risk linked to potential rewards, it can be difficult to know how much risk is appropriate for you. When

Underestimating the amount you need in retirement: How a mid-life check can help
Do you know how much you need to save into your pension for the retirement you want? Millions of pension savers are underestimating how much they’ll need once they give up work. It’s a miscalculation

Are you taking an unsustainable amount from your pension?
If you’re choosing to access your pension flexibly, one of the risks is that you could take too much from your pension too soon. Your pension is likely needed to provide an income for several