Preparing for a Longer Retirement
I’ve mentioned in previous articles that we no longer refer to ‘threescore and ten’ (70 years old) as an average lifespan. The UK has over 11m people aged 65+, and over 500,000 aged 90+.
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Choose, don't Settle
by Tony Larkins
Are you living the life you want, or have you settled for what you have? This time of year, 'New Year's Resolutions' are in full swing - people look at their lives and focus on the improvements they want to make. Sometimes, they can start instantly and work on them over time, like starting a hobby or stopping a habit. Sometimes, however, choices for the long-term require long-term planning.
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Retirement Age to Increase... Again
by Tony Larkins
If you don’t want to retire at 70, you will need additional sources of wealth to enjoy a reasonable standard of living for longer. Here are a few things to consider when planning your finances.
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Wealthy Concerns
by Tony Larkins
Surprisingly, interest rates didn’t rise in September, with a vote being 5:4 to keep them as they are. Inflation remains a concern for everyone, no matter their financial situation, it has seen a fall and I predict October will see another big fall.
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What Defines You?
by Tony Larkins
Secure the pension fund that suits your lifestyle, whether that be from pension contributions, investment decisions, savings, or property portfolios.
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How much time do you have?
by Tony Larkins
Since your pension fund is designed to be your income for when you retire, having a clear savings plan is always the best option.
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Care Fees Planning
by Tony Larkins
It has been reported that one in seven people are expected to need care. Anyone involved in the funding of long-term care will know just how expensive it is.
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Women's Pensions
by Tony Larkins
When saving into a pension early, the money paid in has the longest time to grow, which for most is beneficial as starting salaries are not typically high.
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Financial Worries
by Tony Larkins
With inflation not coming down as quickly as expected, interest rates going up, and mortgage rates on the climb, is now a good time to review your finances?
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