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  Why locking in a new mortgage deal could save you money

  Even if your current mortgage deal doesn’t expire for a few months, searching the market now could be worthwhile and might even save you money. You can usually lock in a new mortgage deal up to six months before your existing one ends. While it might seem like a non-essential…

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  How to practice mindfulness when managing your money

  How you approach managing your finances could affect your ability to reach long-term goals. The Japanese spending philosophy “kakeibo” could help you practice financial mindfulness and get more out of your assets. Spending money without thinking about how it’ll affect your long-term finances could mean you miss opportunities to secure…

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  The potential perils of accessing your pension at 55

  Reaching the minimum pension age and being able to access your retirement savings might mean new possibilities opening up. You may start thinking about giving up work, withdrawing a lump sum to pursue a goal, or using your pension to boost your regular income. It’s an exciting time, but it’s…

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  4 ways that money can make you happy

  This guest blog was written by Chris Budd who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book, and also the Four Cornerstones of Financial Wellbeing. He founded the Institute for Financial Wellbeing and has written more than 100 episodes of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Money holds an important role in all…

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  How financial planning could help you overcome decision paralysis

  How long do you leave essential tasks on your to-do list? If you’ve put off tasks because they feel overwhelming, you’re not alone, but delays could be harmful. Read on to find out how financial planning may help you overcome decision paralysis. According to a January 2025 study from the…