You’ve probably spotted the campaign to allow mixed-sex couples to enter a civil partnership in the news. With Theresa May announcing that civil partnerships will be open to all couples,…
Author: Mark Penston
It’s been 10 years since the financial world was shaken. 10 years since the Government became Royal Bank Scotland’s (RBS) majority shareholder, bailing the bank out from certain collapse. The…
Nobody wants to think about what will happen when they die, or should they become too ill to make decisions. But they are important considerations to make in relation to…
If you’re dreaming of retiring early, it could be a reality sooner than you think. Many workers eagerly awaiting their retirement date could afford to give up work earlier than…
Research has found that 80% of over 50s significantly underestimate their longevity. The study conducted by Retirement Advantage found that men approaching retirement underestimate life expectancy by an average of…
Losing a close family member can be an incredibly difficult time. Receiving an inheritance when you are recently bereaved might only complicate emotions further, but despite the circumstances, an inheritance…
Financial scams have become much more sophisticated. No longer are crooked organisations simply emailing a feeble attempt in pidgin English to obtain your debit card detail; they are well-organised and…
Divorce is undoubtably emotional and stressful, during which time everyone involved will need support and sound advice; personal, legal and financial. Parting couples will have to make difficult decisions, and…
Pension Freedoms represented a major shift in the way you can take pension income. Coming in to effect in 2015, you now have the ability to withdraw as much of…
The mistakes investors make are surprisingly common; with a little prior knowledge and research they are easily avoided. To help you make informed decisions and remain financial secure in the…