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HMRC refunds ÂŁ42 million in overpaid tax to pensioners. Have you paid too much?
When you retire, your income may be coming from multiple sources, and it may not be regular. This can lead to some retirees being overtaxed.
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Why good retirement planning is about more than your pension and money
If you’re nearing retirement, you may be starting to think about planning the next stage of your life. What steps spring to mind? You may…
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Your older pensions could be delivering “poor value for money”, and it could cost you thousands of pounds
If you opened a defined contribution (DC) pension in the 1990s or 2000s, the charges you’re paying could be higher than comparable pensions opened more…
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Investment market update: February 2022
Throughout February, tensions between Russia and western countries caused concern for investors. As Russia invaded Ukraine, stock markets around the world fell and it’s expected…
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How the British garden has changed over the centuries and shaped modern outdoor spaces
British people love to enjoy their gardens and get their hands dirty cultivating outdoor spaces. It’s a love that can be traced back centuries to…
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Inheritance Tax receipts rise again. What can you do to minimise the bill?
Official figures show that the amount paid in Inheritance Tax (IHT) has increased again. As the IHT thresholds are set to remain the same despite…
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More people than ever are saving into a pension, but 6 in 10 aren’t confident about their knowledge
The latest figures from the Pension Regulator prove that pension auto-enrolment has been a success – more people than ever are saving…
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A quarter of retirees are relying on an inheritance. Here’s why you shouldn’t
A significant proportion of retirees are relying on inheritances to fund their later years, but research suggests that it could place their future at risk.
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Why retirees need to consider the effect of inflation on their long-term income
As you may know, inflation (or the “cost of living”) has been rising at a faster pace than usual. If you’re retired, the effect of…
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Investment market update: January 2022
While many countries have now eased Covid-19 restrictions, the knock-on effects of lockdown continue to affect economies, businesses, and households. According to the Organisation for…
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Want to invest but don’t know where to start? Here are the basics
Have you thought about investing but are worried you don’t know enough to start? Research suggests that if you do, you’re not alone, but getting…
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Only 55% of people want to split their estate evenly between their children
When thinking about how parents will split their assets between children, it’s often assumed wealth will be evenly distributed. However, a survey suggests that, for…
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