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Phasing into retirement: 5 essential financial considerations

While phasing into retirement can offer you greater flexibility, it may make your finances more complex. Read on to find out more about five key considerations. 1. Calculate if you’ll need to supplement your income While you might still earn a salary as you phase into retirement, if you’ve chosen to reduce your working hours

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Your Autumn Budget update, and what it means for you

After months of speculation and rumour, chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the Autumn Budget for 2025. In this update, we’ll explain the key changes and what they mean for you. Last year, in her maiden Budget, the chancellor sought to balance the public finances with tax rises to cover a reported £22 billion black hole.

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“Unrealistic” expectations could lead to long-term disappointment for investors

Investment returns significantly affect what you can achieve in your long-term plans. Naturally, you want the highest possible returns, but research shows many investors have “unrealistic” expectations. According to a July 2025 article in Financial Planning Today, the average UK investor expects annual investment returns of 9.2%. With 91% of investors stating they have a

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