Be wary of that holiday selfie Now that many of us are able to make travel plans, remember to think twice before posting a holiday selfie on social media. Your insurer may consider this as telling people that you are away from home, leaving your property unoccupied and as a result, potentially invalidating or compromising […]
Category archives: Savings & Investments
A summer of hope and optimism
As lockdown restrictions gradually ease, the public mood appears to be shifting, with a more positive atmosphere returning this summer. This is unsurprising, as there is much to be positive about in the weeks and months to come. Crowds are set to return to theatres and music venues, the Chelsea Flower Show will be going […]
A Great British summer to enjoy
Although we can never rely on the British weather providing the goods, there does seem to be a growing optimism that this will turn out to be a Great British summer. Many of us have booked staycations and there is a full programme of sporting events, including Wimbledon, the Olympics, British Open, test cricket and […]
Dealing with divorce
With couples locked down together for months on end whilst juggling work and possibly home schooling, the past year has sadly put huge strain on many relationships. With a post-lockdown divorce boom predicted by many family lawyers, it’s tricky to know where to start regarding the division of finances. On divorce, a couple need to […]
Taking back control of your retirement
Consumers lack confidence and understanding about issues relating to their pensions, according to two studies. The findings reveal the need for people to fully engage with their retirement planning. Overestimating State Pension Savers are confused about the amount of State Pension income to which they’re entitled, as well as the age at which it can […]
Pandemic leads to growing ESG awareness
The inclusion of ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues within mainstream investment strategies has been gaining in prominence during the pandemic, according to new research – and it’s a trend that’s set to continue. The global rise of ESG – a megatrend here to stay ESG investment has been increasingly catching the interest of investors […]
Vaccine sparks optimism among investors
Spring has arrived and, for the first time in what feels like a long while, hope is in the air – and we are all certainly in need of it. Positively for investors, the signs are looking increasingly optimistic, with belief growing that we are making our first steps toward meaningful economic recovery. The rapid […]