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  • How to remain calm amid Autumn Budget speculation

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    The importance of remaining calm is often something that’s talked about when discussing investment market volatility. But there are other…

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  • Investment market update: July 2025

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    The US struck trade deals with several countries in July 2025, leading to markets rising and putting an end to…

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  • How the “blue dot theory” could influence your life

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    Do you consider yourself an optimist or a pessimist? The “blue dot theory” could suggest that humans are hard-wired to…

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  • Everything you need to know about Stamp Duty

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    When you’re buying a property, Stamp Duty can be a significant expense that you need to consider. So, read on…

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  • 5 powerful Warren Buffett lessons that could benefit ordinary investors

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    After more than five decades at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, legendary investor Warren Buffett has announced he’s retiring at…

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  • 5 surprising and unconventional economic indicators

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    How do you judge whether an economy is sliding into a recession? Some unconventional theories suggest looking at the hemline…

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  • Why “boring” investments could be exciting long term

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    Opting for a “boring” investment strategy could be the route to returns that allow you to make exciting lifestyle decisions…

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  • Investment market update: June 2025

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    Trade tariffs continued to affect investment markets in June 2025, though uncertainty did start to ease. However, rising tensions in…

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  • Report: Social connections and kindness essential for wellbeing

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    The 2025 World Happiness Report has been released, and this year, it has highlighted the importance of social connections and…

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  • The mortgage essentials you need to know when downsizing

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    Around 15% of homeowners are considering downsizing during the next five years, according to a MoneyAge article from April 2025.…

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  • How to use the “gifting from income” rule to reduce

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    According to a Citywire report, forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) suggest the amount of Inheritance Tax (IHT)…

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  • How technology could be harming your investment decisions

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    Technology has made it easier than ever to invest and review the performance of your portfolio. Yet, it could also…

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  • How to improve your financial resilience

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    This guest blog was written by Chris Budd, who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book, and also the Four Cornerstones…

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