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Half of the adults in the UK don’t have a will. While you may have a reason for putting the task off, there are many compelling reasons to make time to write a will that could provide peace of mind. A survey from Will Aid found that 49% of UK adults do not have a will...

In the 2019/20 tax year, taxpayers paid a record amount of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to HMRC. If you could face a CGT bill, there are some things you can do to reduce it. According to Which?, individuals paid £9.9 billion in CGT in 2019/20, up from £9.5 billion in the...

Almost a fifth (18%) of UK adults said their income had increased in the three months to June 2021, according to an LV= survey. As the pressure of lockdown eases, employees are also less worried about losing their job or being able to find work. If you have more...

You may have thought about who you’d like to benefit from your assets when you pass away and written a will to ensure your wishes are carried out. However, you may have overlooked what you’d like to happen to your pension. As you’ll be paying into your pension over...

Traditionally, volunteering has been associated with getting out of your home and having a positive impact on your local community. But technology means it’s easier than ever to donate your time and skills without having to set foot outside your front door. Covid-19...

When you think about what your most precious resource is, you might say money or even time. Yet an author recently proposed a different resource that you may be overlooking: your attention. With so many distractions in modern life, attention has become important. How...

Employees are placing greater importance on flexible working. For business owners, embracing the trend could help them retain staff and attract new talent. However, while flexible working has benefits, it can also present challenges. Read on to discover some tips if...

Wednesday 22 September is this year’s World Car-Free Day, which is designed to promote increased use of public transport and environmentally friendly transport alternatives. It encourages motorists around the world to avoid the use of their car for one day, with some...

House prices have soared. Your home could be one of your largest assets, but the wealth is largely inaccessible. With prices rising, it’s not surprising that some retirees are planning to use their homes to fund retirement through equity release. Before you start the...

Travel restrictions this summer mean more Brits have been choosing to book a staycation. The UK is filled with stunning destinations to explore, and you may be thinking about buying your own holiday home to escape to in 2021 and beyond. But with so many locations to...

When you submit your mortgage application, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. Being rejected by a lender could mean you lose the house you’ve put an offer on. Understanding what banks and other lenders are looking out for can give you confidence when you submit...

Today, homes are likely to be packed with technology to make day-to-day life easier and provide a plethora of entertainment with just a few taps of a button. When you look back over the last 50 years, the commonplace items and even the design of homes have changed...