Financial News
We update you with what’s happening in finance and how it affects you.
Understanding pension drawdown
Taking control of your pension income means considering the tax consequences Pension drawdown enables you to take money from a defined contribution pension while keeping
Should you give your home to your grandchildren?
Gifting your home could help your grandchildren, but may carry tax and financial risks For grandparents with substantial property wealth, gifting their home may seem
Securing income in retirement
Building financial security for later life Retirement no longer has to mean simply buying an annuity and receiving a fixed income for life. Since pension
How much pension do you need to retire at 50?
Achieving an early, comfortable retirement requires careful planning For many people, retiring at 50 sounds like the ultimate financial goal. Instead of waiting until their
How pensions could help parents avoid the £100k childcare cliff edge
Half of people are unaware that pension contributions can reduce adjusted net income Pensions are designed to help fund retirement, but they can also play
Bringing your pensions together
A long-awaited way to view your pension savings in one place is finally taking shape For years, savers have been promised a simpler way to
Could looking after grandchildren add to your State Pension?
A little-known National Insurance credit could reward you and give you a financial boost Providing regular childcare for grandchildren could do more than help your
Upcoming changes raise concerns among savers
More than one in five adults report a decline in pension confidence The upcoming changes to how pensions are treated for Inheritance Tax (IHT) from
The true cost of raising a child in 2026
From childcare and essentials to education and everyday expenses Raising a child is a major financial commitment, with costs beginning long before school age. The