A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Budgeting
In the UK, a recent study revealed that 15% of adults have no savings to fall back on in an emergency, and a further 28% have less than £1,000 set aside. This alarming statistic underscores the importance of effective budgeting in an era where financial stability can often seem out of reach. Budgeting isn’t merely […]
Financial Planning for Unexpected Life Events
Life, in all its unpredictability, often throws curveballs that can have significant financial implications. Whether it’s a sudden job loss, an unforeseen medical emergency, or any other unexpected life event, the financial repercussions can be substantial. With advice from our team, we’ll delve into the importance of financial planning for these unforeseen circumstances, exploring strategies […]
Financial Advice On Offer To Teenagers
BBC News – 11 Jun 2019 How much did you know about your money when you were in school? These teenagers are learning about how to better manage their finances. The course which is aimed at 15 to 25-year-olds is run by the Heracles Foundation. Advice NI, a debt advice organisation, says knowing more about […]
Two in Five People ‘Don’t Know How to Access Financial Advice’
Cover Magazine – 11 Jun 2019, by Sophie King. Quote from Openwork. Almost two-thirds of women do not know where to go for financial advice, survey finds. Two-in-five (43%) UK adults do not know how to access financial advice, with women more likely than men to not know where to go. The Consumer Intelligence surveyed 1,014 […]
10 Pension Tips for 2019
Whatinvestment.co.uk – 8 May 2019 Chase de Vere’s Patrick Connolly offers 10 tips for 2019 to ensure a more prosperous retirement. 1. Make the most of your workplace pension scheme. It makes sense for most employees to join their company pension scheme. These schemes are usually good value and all employers have to pay into their eligible […]
Independent or Restricted Financial Advisor?
Independent Vs. Restricted Financial Advisor When choosing your financial advisor, you may want to consider whether an Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) or a Restricted Financial Advisor would be better suited to your needs and objectives. Restricted Advisors are limited in the type of products they can recommend, e.g. pensions only, and/or the number of providers they […]