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Finance > Pensions The meteoric rise of mis-selling Pension mis-selling is the new PPI. Here, Glyn Taylor unpacks the reasons for the scandal, and looks at the three biggest factors at play. Read more	0	21st Feb 2020 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views Drawdown plans top 1 million New data shows the number of drawdown pension plans and the number of those plans that are being transferred. Read more	0	21st Feb 2020 50connect editorial
Finance > Pensions Pension tax relief What now for government plans on spending with an untested Chancellor? Peter McGahan explains what it could mean for taxpayers. Read more	0	21st Feb 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views How will the Coronavirus impact Stock Markets? While healthcare markets will undoubtedly benefit from the Coronavirus, the outlook for other markets - if global powerhouse China continues to be blighted - is far from certain. Read more	0	17th Feb 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Could renting suit your lifestyle in retirement Are you retiring this year? According to calculations by Legal and General* more than 500,000 people will reach retirement age this year. Read more	0	16th Feb 2020 Jamie Turnbull
Finance > Money Saving Tips Financial Resolutions for peace of mind It’s better to be in control rather than reactionary, and simple financial resolutions can help buffer up your end of year balance, writes Peter McGahan. Read more	0	31st Jan 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > Money Saving Tips 25% or 1.49% Interest on your debt On the road to financial freedom, step one is to face the fear. Peter McGahan explains why confronting that fear and planning are essential steps to managing your future finances. Read more	0	26th Jan 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Save on your bills and maintenance by downsizing and renting in 2020 Boiler trouble, damp and water damage are just some of the maintenance headaches you could avoid by downsizing in retirement. Jamie Turnbull explains how. Read more	1	15th Jan 2020 Jamie Turnbull
Finance > Money Saving Tips New Year’s debt resolutions 2020 As 2020 dawns, Peter McGahan looks at the false psychology of trying to keep up with the Joneses and how retail therapy can lead to stressful levels of debt. Read more	1	10th Jan 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Sterling bubbles & your post-election finances There is certainty on Parliament - a working majority gave a fillip to the pound, but as Brexit trade talks anything other than a really good deal will weigh heavy indeed on Sterling and that's bad news for consumers, savers and investors alike. Read more	1	6th Jan 2020 Peter McGahan
Finance > Money Saving Tips How much could your New Year’s resolutions save you in 2020? Christmas expense and the financial post-mortem will have many seeking ways to curb spending in the new year. Here, Sarah Coles looks at some quick wins for saving money. Read more	0	20th Dec 2019 50connect guest
Finance > Property The social factor of living in a retirement development Retirement communities can help beat social isolation among older people and also provide a renewed sense of belonging and self esteem for residents. Read more	2	20th Dec 2019 Jamie Turnbull
Finance > News & Views Later life milestones: can you afford plan B? A report by the Office of National Statistics highlights some key life events facing older people that bring unexpected expense. Read more	0	20th Dec 2019 50connect editorial
Finance > Savings & Investments Investment inequality: 33% Fall or 65% rise? Unsurprisingly, perhaps, those with the least are the losers in a market that has seen the top one percent grow their wealth by 65 percent. Peter McGahan illustrates why. Read more	0	19th Dec 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views More than 1/3 of over-55s living beyond their means A new report suggests more than a third (35%) of over-55s say their expenditure exceeds their income Read more	1	11th Dec 2019 50connect editorial
Finance > Savings & Investments The election and your money With a General Election days away Peter McGahan highlights the potential outcomes and implications while cautioning against the impact of a hung Parliament on the UK stock market and Economy. Read more	0	9th Dec 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Avoid stamp duty costs by downsizing and renting If you intend to downsize in 2020 and avoid paying stamp duty, renting could be an attractive option. Read more	0	4th Dec 2019 Jamie Turnbull
Finance > Property Exclusive active living for the over-55s In a much sought-after corner of Cheshire, an exclusive new residential development is redefining active living for the over-55s. Welcome to Sanctuary Wilmslow. Read more	0	2nd Dec 2019 50connect Promotions
Finance > Savings & Investments £6.6bn in overcharging closet funds Investors using some managed funds are estimated to be losing out to the tune of billions of pounds. Peter McGahan explains how. Read more	0	28th Nov 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance Writing a will - your options Everyone should have a will, and there are several ways of getting yours written. From solicitors to do-it-yourself wills, read what to expect, what you'll pay, and how to choose what's right for you. Read more	0	25th Nov 2019 50connect editorial
Finance > Pensions Inheritance Tax on your pension There are many methods to mitigate Inheritance Tax, but a simple one is the use of your pension. Peter McGahan explains. Read more	0	21st Nov 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance A cashless society As countries move toward a cashless society, opportunities exist for smart investments. Peter McGahan explains. Read more	0	14th Nov 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance How would negative interest rates impact me? Trade wars, economic slowdowns and lack of market confidence are paving the way for negative interest rate policy and it is those at the bottom who will feel its impact more than most. Read more	0	4th Nov 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Negative interest rates Peter McGahan looks at why some economies are hedging towards negative interest rate policies and what it could mean for savers and investors. Read more	1	28th Oct 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Property investment fund opportunity? Property funds have been under the spotlight for some time but with continued Brexit uncertainty do opportunities bring value for money? Peter McGahan tells all. Read more	1	17th Oct 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Pensions Your pension. 77% or 514%? In a world of never-ending ‘austerity’, making each pound stretch the best it can is everything. This week, Peter McGahan talks pensions. Read more	0	10th Oct 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Savings & Investments Does investment fund size lose you money? Biggest is very rarely best and the size of a fund is no guarantee of positive performance for your investment. Peter McGahan highlights ways to mitigate risk. Read more	0	3rd Oct 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Investment 'best buy' lists If you're new to investing 'best buy' lists look at face value like a good start point but beware the opportunities that are promoted on price rather than performance. Read more	0	25th Sep 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Tax When tax Cuts cause a loss Tax is hot on the lips everywhere, particularly with corporations and Brexit but what will the impact of rule changes mean to people saving towards a retirement income. Read more	0	13th Sep 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Assured tenancy vs assured shorthold tenancy – what’s the difference? Jamie Turnbull looks at issues facing people who want to downsize and rent on the open market. This month, he explains the difference between assured tenancy and assured shorthold tenancy. Read more	0	12th Sep 2019 Jamie Turnbull