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Investing in improving your home’s energy performance certificate (EPC) rating could cut your bills this winter and boost the value of your home.  An EPC reviews how energy efficient your home is and gives it a rating. A property rated A is very energy efficient, while G is the lowest rating possible. Homes with a

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) could provide you with protection when you’re most vulnerable by giving someone you trust the ability to make decisions on your behalf. Yet, a survey in the Independent, found that less than half of married couples have an LPA.   If it’s something you don’t have in place, here are

Space exploration is pushing new boundaries and more than six decades after Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space, historic launches and exciting milestones continue to capture public imagination. Yet, like financial planning, the period after reaching a goal requires just as much attention as those that garner coverage.  On 23 August 2023, India

A combination of frozen tax thresholds and rising inflation mean an increasing number of retirees need to consider tax. Read on to find out what you need to know about Income Tax in retirement and how you could manage your tax liability.  According to the Independent, in 2023/24, 8.5 million over-65s are paying Income Tax

Data from economies around the world indicate business output and confidence could be slowing. Read on to find out what influenced the investment market in July 2023. Despite some data suggesting there could be a downturn in some areas, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lifted its global growth forecast for 2023. The organisation now