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Costs Of Later-Life Care
The financial implications of care in later life are often underestimated, leaving many unprepared for the substantial costs associated with care homes. Establishing a thorough wealth strategy is key to ensuring financial readiness for long-term care needs. In England, individuals with assets exceeding £23,250 are currently required to self-fund their care home expenses. However, a new government proposal aims to introduce an £86,000 lifetime cap on care fees starting from October 2025, designed to simplify care fees planning and potentially reduce the financial burden on individuals. [...]
Tuesday, May 14, 2024Read More
Britons Procrastinate On Making A Will
Recent research has uncovered that a staggering 51% of adults in the UK have neither penned a Will nor are they in the process of doing so[1]. This statistic encompasses 13% of individuals affirmatively declaring no future plans to undertake this task. Alarmingly, a significant portion of the older demographic, with 30% of those aged 55 and above, also finds themselves without a Will, including 9% who have decisively chosen not to create one. The primary deterrent for many is the perception of insufficient assets or wealth, cited by 26% of respondents, indicating a widespread misconception about the necessity of a Will. [...]
Monday, May 13, 2024Read More
Prudence Of Perseverance In Investing
For investors, the perennial question of whether to ‘stick or twist’ with their current investments or pivot towards the perceived safety of cash is fundamental. Numerous factors influence this decision, which plays a pivotal role in the journey towards financial prosperity. The appeal of cash, particularly in uncertain times, is clear; however, a judicious choice to remain invested frequently emerges as the more astute strategy. [...]
Monday, May 13, 2024Read More
Enhancing Retirement Through Lump Sum Contributions
Recent research findings have brought to light a striking observation: fewer than 10% of adults in the UK contribute occasional lump sums to their pensions[1]. This statistic is particularly surprising given that such contributions could significantly amplify one’s retirement savings. [...]
Tuesday, May 7, 2024Read More
Generational Wealth Perspectives
A recent study suggests that a substantial proportion of Generation Z, born from 1996 to 2010, view property acquisition as their principal avenue to amass wealth for their retirement years [1]. This perspective is slightly more prevalent within this demographic than the reliance on pensions, with 33% of Gen Z individuals planning to utilise property as a retirement fund compared to 30% who favour pensions. [...]
Monday, May 6, 2024Read More
Troubling Trend Amongst UK Workers
In an era where the lines between work and personal life are increasingly blurred, a new study sheds light on a concerning trend among UK employees. Despite advancements in workplace policies and a growing emphasis on mental health and wellbeing, a significant number of workers are still pushing themselves to work even when they are not in full health. [...]
Monday, May 6, 2024Read More