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The State Pension is often an important part of your retirement income, so should you top up your National Insurance contributions (NICs) to increase it? Even if you have other pensions or income in retirement, your State Pension can be valuable. As it’ll be paid from...

Scams can have a devastating effect on your financial wellbeing and confidence. While investment scams may be rarer than some other types, they are often associated with losing more money and they’re on the rise. According to statistics from the Financial Conduct...

Being a trustee comes with many responsibilities, and, in some cases, you will need to register a trust with the Trust Registration Service (TRS) by 1 September 2022 or you could incur a fine. A trust is an arrangement that lets someone, known as the settlor, set...

Inflation has been in the news for months now, as the rate increases. While you may notice the effects inflation has on the price of goods when you visit the supermarket, it can be more difficult to understand how and why it’ll affect things like your savings. More...

More retirees are planning to work in some way after they retire. While this flexibility can boost your income and help you strike a work-life balance that suits you, it can lead to some tax implications that you need to consider. According to a report from abrdn,...

With the summer holidays drawing closer, you might be searching for exciting activities to keep your children or grandchildren entertained while they’re off school. National Trust properties across the country are hosting fun activities and events for you to enjoy as...

Travelling doesn’t have to just get you from A to B. These stunning train journeys can evoke the feel of a bygone era of luxury train travel through scenic Europe. Luxury train journeys were first introduced in the 1860s, with the Orient Express becoming the most well...

More people than ever are embracing lifestyle changes to reduce the negative effect they have on the environment. As the effect of our choices becomes more widely known, some feel guilty about the decisions they make. According to an Aviva survey, 64% of adults in the...

Credit scores are used by mortgage lenders to assess the risk you pose. However, a poor credit score doesn’t automatically mean you can’t take out a mortgage to purchase a home. According to a survey published in MoneyAge, poor credit scores have deterred 1 in 10...

Over the last year, house prices have soared. If you’re searching for a new home, it’s not just the purchase price that could be higher. You may also find that Stamp Duty costs are more than you expect. Having an accurate understanding of the costs of moving home is...

When you’re viewing a property, there’s a lot to take in. You may be trying to weigh up if it’s worth the asking price, if it’s the right size for your family, and keeping an eye out for signs of damp. Having a list of key questions to ask the estate agent or owner...

Being a trustee comes with many responsibilities, and, in some cases, you will need to register a trust with the Trust Registration Service (TRS) by 1 September 2022 or you could incur a fine. A trust is an arrangement that lets someone, known as the settlor, set...