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A grocery shop would cost just 45p in 1940s when the first supermarket opened its doors

Visiting the supermarket to pick up a few items or do your weekly shopping is so common it can be difficult to imagine life without this convenience. Yet, it wasn’t too long ago that the first supermarket was opening its doors in the UK. And looking back offers an interesting insight into how money and […]

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5 powerful reasons to learn more about your pension today

For many people, their pension is a crucial part of their retirement plan. With Pension Awareness 2023 starting on 11 September, it’s the perfect time to learn more about your pension savings. Despite pensions often being essential for reaching retirement goals, a survey suggests many savers lack pension knowledge and don’t plan to seek support. […]

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Investing 101: What you need to know about tax efficiency and your investment options  

Investing may provide a useful way to grow your wealth, but getting started can be overwhelming. There are some important decisions to make when investing that could affect the outcomes and the tax you’re liable for, and we’re here to offer support. Last month, you read about investment risk and what to consider when creating […]

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Intergenerational wealth planning: Your options when passing on wealth to the next generation 

Ensuring your family is financially secure for the long term is a common goal. If it’s one of your priorities, intergenerational wealth planning could help you create a plan that suits you and your loved ones. There’s more than one way to pass on wealth to your family. Each option has advantages and drawbacks that […]

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Investment market update: June 2023

Inflation continues to be a challenge for economies around the world, but figures released in June suggest the pressure is starting to ease. Read on to discover some of the factors that influenced investment markets during June. Remember, you should take a long-term view when investing, as markets can experience short-term volatility. If you have […]

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These are the 5 core traits of the wealthy, according to an interesting study

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become very wealthy? A new psychology study suggests that personality traits might have more to do with wealth than you first think. The study, which was conducted by researchers at the Open University and the Norwegian School of Management, assessed the attributes of around 3,200 people. The […]

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