Are you a glass-half-full person? While some people dismiss optimism as naivety or a tendency to overlook the challenges of life, research suggests that those who seek out the positives could benefit from improved wellbeing. Research gathered by CNN in September 2025 found that people who have a positive, happy outlook live longer. Indeed, a […]

In September 2025, Action Fraud warned pension savers must remain vigilant as more than £17.5 million was lost to pension fraud in 2024 – roughly £48,000 every single day. Read on to find out how scammers could try to get their hands on your retirement savings, and the warning signs to watch out for. While […]

Increasingly, UK savers are losing track of their pensions. In October 2024, research by Pensions UK found that the total value of lost pension pots had risen by 60% since 2018. Losing track of your pensions can be costly. Across the 3.3 million pension pots considered lost, the average fund value is £9,470 – rising […]

When markets experience volatility, even the most level-headed investor can let their emotions or other influences affect their decisions. Read on to find out why volatility can trigger financial biases and how these might affect you. For the average investor, it’s important to take a long-term approach. While returns cannot be guaranteed, investing over a […]