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The route to homeownership is filled with challenges and securing a mortgage is becoming increasingly difficult for aspiring first-time buyers. As a parent, you may want to provide support and there are several different options to consider. House prices have been growing at a pace that outstrips wage growth. According to the Halifax House Price

If your business has multiple shareholders, what would happen if a shareholder became seriously ill or passed away? It could place the business in a challenging position and affect long-term plans, but as a business owner, it may be something you’ve overlooked. Thinking about a shareholder becoming ill or passing away isn’t a scenario anyone

Have you ever been targeted by a scam? Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, and their scams can be hard to spot. This Scam Awareness Month, learning how to protect your pension could safeguard your retirement plans. According to Action Fraud, in the first three months of 2021, fraudsters took £1.8 million from pensions. Victims have

Inheritances are growing and becoming more important to household wealth, research finds. As the Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds are now frozen for five years, it’s essential those planning to leave money and other assets behind for loved ones consider the impact that tax could have and take steps to minimise it. According to the Institute

You may have seen the recent news that thousands of people have been underpaid by the State Pension. If it’s affected you, it could mean you’ll receive a lump sum and higher State Pension payments in the future. Read on to find out more and how you can check if you’re owed anything. The State

When you review your pension, it’s likely to be the forecast that you focus on. This figure is designed to give you an idea of how much your pension will be worth when you reach retirement age. However, the sum is based on certain calculations, and a report suggests some results could be too optimistic,

Since Pension Freedoms were introduced in 2015, retirees have had more choice when they access their pension. However, it also means you have more responsibility for generating an income later in life and it’s important to understand what your options are. Our latest guide explains the basics you need to know, including: Why it’s important

After a year of lockdowns and restrictions, evidence suggests economies around the world are now on the path to recovery, although uncertainty and challenges remain. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) once again increased its growth forecast for the global economy in April. The organisation now expects global growth of 6% in 2021, followed by 4.4%

As a nation, we’ve embraced gardening over the last year. With social distancing in place, we’ve fallen in love with our outdoor spaces, whether to entertain or relax in. According to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), three million Brits have developed green fingers recently. Are you looking to boost the appeal of your garden or

More than half (52%) of UK adults say they’re more environmentally conscious than they were pre-pandemic, according to an Aviva survey. However, in spite of this, the research also found fewer people are taking green actions, but a few big changes to your home could have a positive impact. While a high proportion of people