Magical English adventures to enjoy this summer
It’s wonderful to be able to plan trips and adventures again and predictions of a heatwave and ongoing issues at airports can make it tempting to stay closer to home….
Mind Over Matters
3 key benefits of fixed fee financial planning for you
One of the reasons for creating Life Matters was to do things differently and challenge the status quo of traditional financial advice. One area we feel is especially important is…
6 top tips to make a smooth transition into retirement
There are two very important aspects to preparing yourself for retirement – the financial, and the emotional. Next month we’ll share some important steps to get your financial affairs in…
Does your phone make you happy? 5 signs you’re addicted to your phone and what you can do about it
The convenience of smartphones means they’re now such a big part of our lives that we barely notice how much we use them. You may even be reading this article…
4 key principles to help you invest like Warren Buffett
Surprisingly, good investing is relatively simple. Although that doesn’t mean to say it’s easy. Well known investment pioneer Warren Buffett’s approach can be summed up as buying great businesses, and…
How a diversified portfolio can help you avoid having all your eggs in one basket
We’d all love to be able to make the investment decisions we would have when we’re later armed with hindsight, but because no one’s able to see into the future,…
3 ways lifetime cashflow forecasting can help you change your life
Lifetime cashflow modelling is fundamental to your financial planning. It gives you an understanding of how your future could look in financial terms, which puts you in a much more…
What do you need to know about yesterday’s Spring Statement?
What do you need to know about yesterday’s Spring Statement? At a glance The National Insurance levy planned from next month will go ahead, but the threshold where this will…
How you can enjoy a fulfilling retirement and fill the career void
Your retirement is a hugely exciting time and one you’ve no doubt been dreaming about. But stepping away from your career or business is a significant life change that can…
Investing in property or the stock market: Which is better for your retirement?
There’s a short answer to the question “is property or the stock market a better investment for my retirement?” – it depends on you, your circumstances and your objectives for…