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Guide: The compounding effect: How it could boost or harm your finances
When a 1920s ad referred to compound interest as “the eighth wonder of the world”, the quote was left unattributed. But that didn’t stop it from becoming synonymous with the celebrated physicist, Albert Einstein. The…
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4 useful insights from a decade of Pension Freedoms
A decade ago, the introduction of Pension Freedoms shook up retirement planning and gave retirees more options than ever. Before 2015, if you had a defined contribution (DC) pension, the common route was to use…
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How to use an unexpected windfall to create long-term prosperity
If an unexpected lump sum lands in your bank account, you might be tempted to splash out and treat yourself. However, using a windfall effectively could create long-term prosperity. There are plenty of reasons why…
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Key financial planning challenges couples face and how we could solve them
Creating a financial plan can seem complicated, especially if you need to take into account your partner’s views, assets, and goals. At times, you might have conflicting ideas about what is “right” and it can…
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Why investor fear and anxiety play a role in market volatility
2025 has already been eventful for investors. Many factors are influencing market volatility, and one cause you might have overlooked is the emotions of investors. Read on to find out why fear and anxiety might…
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Financial protection: The key options that could protect your lifestyle and family
Financial protection could provide you with a cash boost when you need it most, and there’s more than one type to consider. Last month, you read why financial protection provides a crucial safety net should…
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Does money make us 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 has written more than 115 episodes of the…
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Guide: How financial planning could help you answer essential “what if?” questions
Financial planning is all about helping you to reach your life goals. Ultimately, the objective is for your wealth to allow you to achieve all the things you want to do now and…
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Why you should make registering a Lasting Power of Attorney a priority
Data released by Scotland’s largest health board has highlighted the potential challenges families could face if a loved one doesn’t have a Power of Attorney in place. According to a BBC report,…
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