A pay rise or promotion should mean more money in your pocket, but changes in income can sometimes have an unexpected impact on the amount you actually take home. Find out how UK tax thresholds, allowances and benefits can create these ‘tax cliff edges’.
Rising energy prices and global uncertainty have caused UK gilt yields to climb sharply, changing expectations for inflation and interest rates. Find out why this matters and what it could mean for mortgages, borrowing costs and the wider economy.
More retirees could soon face state pension tax as frozen tax thresholds and rising State Pension payments continue to collide. Find out what it could mean for retirement income planning.
Grocery inflation is rising again, just as households thought the worst had passed. We explore what’s driving the increase and what it means for everyday spending.
UK mortgage approvals are falling even as rates improve, highlighting a confidence gap in the housing market. We explore what’s driving this hesitation and what it could mean for buyers.
How prepared are people in the UK for retirement? New data from Scottish Widows reveals growing gaps in retirement readiness across age and income groups.
Why do so many high-net-worth individuals feel confident about wealth growth yet lack clear retirement planning? New research sheds light.
Intergenerational wealth transfer is under growing pressure as the UK population ages and wealth gaps between generations widen.
New research shows that four in five clients believe financial advice offers real value for money — helping them feel more confident and optimistic about their financial future.
Get clear pension planning advice on who can pay into your pension, how tax relief works, and what rules apply to contributions from employers or third parties.
