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 If you’ve invested time, money, or emotions into a decision that doesn’t work out how you expected, the sunk cost fallacy might mean you stick with it, even if there are better alternatives. Find out how previous efforts could affect your financial decisions.

US tariffs and growing uncertainty in Ukraine led to volatility in investment markets in March 2025. Find out what else may have affected the performance of your investments.

A survey suggests just 8% of people have registered a Lasting Power of Attorney. For some, it means decisions, like being discharged from the hospital, are delayed because there isn’t someone to act on their behalf. If you haven’t named an attorney, find out how it could improve your security.

From April 2027, pensions will likely be included in estates when calculating Inheritance Tax liability. The potential upcoming change has led to more than half of UK adults planning to adjust their retirement or estate plan. If you’re concerned, there are options, but it’s important to take the time to understand the potential implications.  

Global uncertainty means your investments and the wider market may be experiencing more volatility than usual. While it might be difficult to do so, remaining calm and focusing on your investment strategy is often a long-term approach that makes financial sense.

You might associate a financial plan with being more frugal. Yet, there are times when spending more could make sense, especially if it supports your goals and wellbeing. Find out why your financial plan could encourage you to increase your outgoings.

The chancellor has delivered the government’s Spring Statement. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Rachel Reeves announced in her speech.

When creating an estate plan, you might want to pass assets to loved ones who cannot manage their finances themselves. In some cases, a trust could be a valuable option to consider, and some questions might help you understand if it could be right for your goals.

The end of the tax year is approaching and some key allowances will reset. Find out more about five useful tax allowances that could reduce your overall tax bill and form part of your financial plan.

Research seeking to uncover the secret to happiness in retirement has found a common theme – financial stability. For many, that doesn’t mean generating huge sums, but understanding their income. Discover some of the reliable income sources you might receive in retirement and how financial planning could help.

Sometimes your plans might change due to a decision you’ve made or factors outside of your control. Unexpected changes may be a cause of apprehension, but reviewing and updating your financial plan could give you confidence.

If you struggle to fit regular exercise into your daily routine, you’re not alone. Find out how weekend exercise could offer you the same benefits as regular workouts, and how you can make the most of intermittent fitness.

 Political instability in Europe and further afield led to market volatility in December 2024. Yet, as the end of the year approached, there were investment market highs and reasons to be optimistic too.

The chancellor has delivered the Labour government’s first Autumn Budget. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Rachel Reeves announced in her statement

While there has been some positive news, data suggests many economies struggled in September 2024, particularly manufacturing sectors. This led to volatility in investment markets. Read about some of the factors that may have affected your investments.

New research suggests that it’s possible to slow – or even reverse – your biological age. Read on to discover how your biological age is measured and six lifestyle tips that could help you feel younger.

The rate of inflation has stabilised and is near the Bank of England’s 2% target. Yet, inflation solutions are still likely to be an important part of your long-term financial plan, and overlooking it could mean you face a shortfall.

Around 2.8 million retirees plan to return to work. It’s a move that could support your finances and wellbeing, but it might also make your tax liability more complex. Discover two tax considerations you might want to keep in mind if you decide to come out of retirement.

Taking the plunge and retiring can be daunting. After all, it could represent a huge change to your lifestyle. If nerves are holding you back, setting out your retirement goals as part of your financial plan could give you the confidence boost you need.

If investment market volatility makes you feel nervous, it could lead to you making decisions that don’t align with your long-term financial plan. These three pieces of data demonstrate why taking a long-term view and remaining calm is often the best course of action.