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The importance of reviewing your retirement plans

The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted many people to think more carefully about the future. Some have discovered over the past

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Three key reasons to hire a financial specialist in retirement

Considering that UK citizens are living longer and healthier lives but are still feeling the impact of the financial crisis,

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Decreased spending provides savings opportunity

Being confined to our homes due to the global pandemic means that many people have been spending less money than

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Reddit-led investment aids cinema chain owners

Two leading international cinema chains’ stock market value has risen dramatically during a recent short squeeze on stocks that typically

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Future of fee-free bank accounts uncertain

We’ve all become accustomed to getting added services when we pay for bank accounts, with the range of extras depending

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Understanding the recent US GameStop stock shorting

If you’ve been following recent activity on Wall Street in 2021, you may have heard the terms “short squeeze” and

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Why is consistent advice so important?

Cheshire hit the national headlines when the chaotic behaviour of Handforth Parish Council members on a video call drew laughs

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Signs point to potential inflation

The current state of the global economy might suggest that inflation will remain weak for the foreseeable future. However, there

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Is it time for an annual review?

Working from home will mean that many people have had annual performance reviews online. Virtual versions of bosses will appear

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Is it worth consolidating your pension?

It’s common these days for individuals to accumulate a collection of small pension pots over the course of their career.

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Shropshire housing boosted by funding deal

A group that aims to address problems in the supply of homes in Shropshire has received a boost after agreeing

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What if you need expert reassurance?

When stock markets are showing signs of uncertainty, investors can, quite rightly, feel a little nervous. Doubts can surface over