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The essential guide to ISAs

ISAs have been around for more than two decades, but they’ve changed significantly since they were first introduced. This guide can help you understand why using an ISA to save or invest could be a valuable part of your financial plan. Read the guide to find out: Download your copy of “The essential guide to […]

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Investment market update: December 2022

2022 ended with uncertainty and volatility that’s persisted for much of the year. Read on to find out what happened in December and how it affected investment markets. Looking ahead, uncertainty is likely to be something investors will need to negotiate in 2023 too. As economies continue to struggle with high levels of inflation, Goldman […]

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6 feel-good news stories from 2022 to make you smile

With so much doom and gloom in the headlines every day, it can be easy to overlook the positive new stories, but there are plenty of them. From scientific innovations to projects that protect the natural world, here are some feel-good stories from 2022 that you may have missed. 1. The COVAX vaccination programme surpassed […]

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What are “stealth taxes”, and how could they affect your wealth?

Over the last few months, you may have heard the term “stealth taxes”. While you may not be affected by changing tax rates or lowered thresholds immediately, your tax bill could rise without you noticing due to freezes in certain allowances or exemptions. The term stealth tax is used to refer to a levy that […]

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5 surprising financial planning lessons you can learn from the release of Avatar 2

A blockbuster film might seem like an unlikely source for financial planning lessons. Yet, there are some surprising things you can learn from director James Cameron’s approach to the Avatar sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water. The first Avatar film hit screens back in 2009. It is the highest-grossing film of all-time thanks to its […]

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Revealed: The key to happiness in retirement is focusing on experiences

Retirement is a milestone that’s often greeted with celebration. But what do you need to do to be happy during your later years? Research has revealed that it’s experiences, rather than material items, that are important. A survey from Royal London found that 72% of those aged over 55 favoured experiences over material possessions. From […]

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