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  • Investment market update: February 2022

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    Throughout February, tensions between Russia and western countries caused concern for investors. As Russia invaded Ukraine, stock markets around the…

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  • 7 fun Easter activities to enjoy with your children or

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    Are you looking for ways to keep children entertained over the Easter school holiday? Look no further, as here you…

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  • 5 practical questions to answer when you move up the

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    Moving into your second home and stepping up the property ladder can be just as daunting as buying your first…

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  • The ESG investment trends to watch out for this year

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    ESG investing means considering environmental, social, and governance factors when deciding how to invest. ESG investing continues to grow and…

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  • Inheritance Tax receipts rise again. What can you do to

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    Official figures show that the amount paid in Inheritance Tax (IHT) has increased again. As the IHT thresholds are set…

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  • Why retirees need to consider the effect of inflation on

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    As you may know, inflation (or the “cost of living”) has been rising at a faster pace than usual. If…

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  • Investment market update: January 2022

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    While many countries have now eased Covid-19 restrictions, the knock-on effects of lockdown continue to affect economies, businesses, and households.…

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  • World Book Day: 10 children’s books that can still delight

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    World Book Day is often associated with book fairs and children getting dressed up as their favourite literary characters. This…

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  • Mortgage stress tests could be relaxed, and it may boost

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    The Bank of England (BoE) is reviewing the stress tests that mortgage lenders must carry out. For those looking to…

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  • Is the interest rate rise good news for savers?

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    After more than a decade of low interest rates, the Bank of England (BoE) has suggested that it will continue…

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  • Only 55% of people want to split their estate evenly

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    When thinking about how parents will split their assets between children, it’s often assumed wealth will be evenly distributed. However,…

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  • State Pension Review: Why it matters to your retirement plans

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    If you’ve yet to retire, you may give little thought to the State Pension. But the government is currently reviewing…

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  • Investment market update: December 2021

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    As 2021 drew to a close, the Covid-19 pandemic and its consequences continued to affect economies. The first case of…

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