New research and real-life case studies have recently revealed that it’s possible to slow – and even reverse – your biological age. Read on to discover more about how your biological age is measured, and six simple steps you could incorporate into your routine to enhance your life. What is your “biological age”? We’re used […]
Did you know that top athletes are coached on their “sixth sense” as part of their training? Proprioception is your body’s sense of where it is in space. It’s what allows footballers to score a goal without looking down at the ball or gymnasts to orient themselves in the air while somersaulting, but it’s also […]
Using your wealth to support good causes might be one of your priorities. Yet, the challenges of balancing philanthropy with your long-term financial security and that of your loved ones might mean you’re hesitant to give back during your lifetime. Read on to find out how a financial plan could give you confidence. Philanthropic giving […]
What’s stopping you from retiring sooner? For many, it’s not just finances that are holding them back but their mindset too. If the excitement of retiring is also mixed with nerves, a financial plan could give you the confidence boost you need to take a step back from work. Finances may play a role in […]
When you read that investment markets have fallen you might feel nervous or scared about the effect it could have on your future. Emotions like these sometimes lead to impulsive decisions that aren’t always in your best interest when you consider the long term. So, read on to discover some insightful pieces of data that […]
More than 70% of Brits think Inheritance Tax (IHT) is unfair, according to a poll carried out by Tax Policy Associates in 2023. You might consider how other countries handle taxing assets when you pass away to be “fairer”, read on to find out more. Over the last few months, you’ve read about how IHT […]
There’s an abundance of unregulated financial advice available, and research suggests it could harm your security and long-term plans. Whether you receive advice through social media or follow the financial decisions of friends, you could take more risk than is appropriate or miss out on opportunities. Read on to discover some of the potential perils […]
A survey suggests that some retirees could risk running out of money during their lifetime because they haven’t considered how long their assets need to last. Failing to factor longevity into your retirement plan could mean your later years don’t live up to expectations or you may face financial insecurity. The report published in IFA […]
Returns from diversified equity-bond portfolios have been disappointing of late. For instance, over the last 12 months, the average of funds in the Investment Association’s three ‘mixed investment’ sectors (0-35% shares, 20-60% shares and 40-85% shares) have returned between -0.7% and 1.0%. Increased long-term interest rates have encouraged negative returns from bond investments and acted […]
In the year-to-date, and including Friday’s moves, the pound has lost a whopping -19.3% from its exchange value with the US dollar. Around -3.3% of that came on Friday. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a currency that hasn’t lost out against the dollar this year. The euro is down -14.2% vis-a-vis the dollar, […]
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