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Phasing into retirement: The emotional and financial benefits
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. Last month, you read about how retirement is changing, with almost half of workers aged over 50 exploring phasing into retirement.
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How financial planning could give you the confidence to spend more
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. The importance of saving is drummed into us from a very early age. As a child, for example, you may have…
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10 toys that are perfect for inspiring creativity this Christmas
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. If you’re on the hunt for a Christmas present that will inspire creativity in little ones and delight them, look…
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Guide: Everything you need to know about the State Pension
Having a stable income when you retire could give you the independence to enjoy a meaningful and fulfilling life after work. Indeed, a July 2023 survey by Legal & General found that 94% of UK adults said that financial security was their most important retirement dream. Your State Pension,…
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ESG investing: What is negative screening?
ESG investing provides an opportunity for your investments to reflect your values across three broad areas – environment, social, and governance. Negative screening, where you avoid investing in companies that engage in certain sectors, is one approach to ESG investing, but it could present some challenges. …
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The essentials you need to know if you’re considering gifting your home to your children
The link will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. Your home is likely to be one of the largest assets you own. Indeed, according to the…
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3 reasons why pension consolidation could boost your retirement income
The link will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. Increasingly, UK savers are losing track of their pensions. In October 2024, research by Pensions UK…
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How a cashflow model can turn retirement anxiety into excitement
The link will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. Retiring should be a milestone you look forward to. It’s a chance to spend your time how you want and do the…
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Phasing into retirement: The flexible options you might consider
The link will direct to a third-party website and Betterment Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. Traditionally, you’d go from full-time employment to retirement on a set date. Now, more workers are embracing retirement flexibility and choosing to…
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What footballer Kevin Keegan tells us about retirement planning
This guest blog was written by Chris Budd, who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book as well as The Four Cornerstones of Financial Wellbeing. He founded the Institute for Financial Wellbeing and has written more than 100 episodes of the…
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Guide: 12 practical reasons to write a will and name a Lasting Power of Attorney
Thinking about what might happen after you die isn’t easy. It’s hard to imagine the world simply continuing. That’s likely one reason why so many people put off writing a will for “another time” or decide to “sort it later”. But the reality is, none of us know when we’ll…
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5 stunning winter destinations that are perfect for a last-minute break
It’s not too late to book a holiday to explore a new destination in 2025. In fact, the colder months could be the perfect time to jet off to admire incredible winter vistas. If you need some winter destination inspiration, here are five options that could…
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