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Finance > News & Views The price of filling up In 1990 fuel was 40.2p per litre. In 2018 it was 122p, Peter McGahan examines whether this is just supply and demand or an example of markets being manipulated. Read more	0	16th Jan 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Money Saving Tips Wish your wallet a happy new year The new year may have started but there’s still time to think about making those financial resolutions for 2019. Read more	0	9th Jan 2019 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views Why are financial markets important Financial markets can seem complex and confusing, but they are essential to the smooth running of global economies. Read more	1	7th Jan 2019 Laura Mills
Finance > News & Views Think It’s Too Late to Learn About Bitcoin? Think Again Find out why you are never too old to learn about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Read more	1	4th Jan 2019 50connect guest
Finance > Money Saving Tips Financial resolutions (part 2) In the second part of our New Year’s resolutions (the first was on debt management), Peter McGahan cover some of the broader financial planning tips. Read more	0	3rd Jan 2019 Peter McGahan
Finance > Money Saving Tips 2019 New Year debt resolutions Tips on how to reduce your personal debt and start 2019 on a sound financial footing. Read more	0	21st Dec 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views The price of being a loyal customer Whether its energy, insurance or your mortgage - sticking with the same provider over time can have hidden expensive consequences. Read more	0	20th Dec 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views Further falls in markets and your investments With talk of trade wars and market instability, Peter McGahan warns that the cordiality of relations (or lack of) between Trump and China will continue to buffet investments. Read more	0	19th Dec 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Inheritance Tax to go digital: less admin, better guidance, but no quick solutions Sarah Coles says 'This will come as no comfort to anyone currently mired in the (IHT) process. You’re likely to hit your deadline for submitting your forms well before we see any material change.' Read more	0	10th Dec 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views How will Brexit affect my investments and finance A second referendum with a result to remain would undoubtedly have the most immediate positive impact on the market, particularly as investors looking for bargains would return to that cloudy investment market that is the UK. Read more	0	3rd Dec 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Brexit and my mortgage With so much uncertainty around Brexit, Peter McGahan looks at what affects house prices and mortgage rates and whether now is the time to buy or the time to sit tight. Read more	0	29th Nov 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Women falling way behind in personal pension planning Pension Review Service survey finds women lag male counterparts by a staggering 75 per cent Read more	0	15th Nov 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views Budget or Bodgit Peter McGahan cast an eye over the Chancellor's budget statement which brough a freeze on fuel, booze and tobacco and the prospect of a no interest loan scheme for the financially stretched. Read more	1	15th Nov 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views “No-one told me the tide comes in” Peter McGahan takes another look at the shifting sands beneath tech stocks (FAANGs) and how you can protect yourself against market uncertainty. Read more	0	8th Nov 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Probate fees to soar from April 2019 Dan Atkinson of EQ Investors considers yesterday’s announcement that the cost of securing legal control over a deceased's estate will soar next April and provides a few options on what people can do. Read more	0	7th Nov 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views FAANGS for the bites Facebook No Halloween pun intended. Tech stocks are a very attractive option but if you think they are a safe option - think again. Read more	0	30th Oct 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Pensions Six solutions if you’re bumping up against the pensions annual allowance Sarah Coles of Hargreaves Lansdowne looks at six ways to make the most of your pension annual allowance. Read more	0	19th Oct 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views When a family member with dementia goes into care It can be a daunting and emotional time for families coming to the decision to move a relative with dementia into care. Rebecca Harbron Gray answers some frequently asked questions. Read more	0	19th Oct 2018 Gareth Hargreaves
Finance > News & Views Past performance a guide to the future? Analysing the consistency of investments and opportunities is key to understanding where risk lies, writes Peter McGahan. Read more	0	18th Oct 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Tax Give generously to help escape inheritance tax New figures show that families who lost a loved one paid a record £5.2bn in inheritance last year. Wills and probate expert Jill Rushton explains how to mitigate against IHT. Read more	0	3rd Oct 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Property Mortgage: Two or five years fixed rate If you are considering taking out a fixed-rate mortgage in the coming months, consider how a hard Brexit could impact your pocket. Read more	0	2nd Oct 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Tips on protecting your family and business There are lots of life insurance products available and as Peter McGahan explains, they should be considered an essential part of protecting your family. Read more	0	23rd Sep 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Tax Inheritance stealth taxing Autumn promises publication of the Office of Tax Simplification's recommendations on Inheritance Tax and the impact could be far-reaching in spite of sweeteners. Read more	0	21st Sep 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Top tips when planning a house move The euphoria of completing on a house sale can be overshadowed by unforeseen expense incurred in a move - especially if you miscalculate your insurance cover. Read more	0	21st Sep 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Equity Release Equity release providers risk to your money If you are considering equity release, Peter McGahan ponders a few questions that might make you to reconsider, or dump the idea of releasing equity entirely Read more	0	20th Sep 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance The UK’s most expensive (and cheapest) funeral costs If funeral costs continue to rise at the same rate as today - by 2024 the average cost of a UK funeral could be £5,925 says new report by Legal and General. Read more	0	12th Sep 2018 50connect Promotions
Finance > Property Equity release costs to increase? Many equity release lenders are exposed by the underlying negative equity guarantee and may well have to increase their costings to cover themselves, writes Peter McGahan. Read more	0	31st Aug 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Protecting debts against cancer How critical illness plans can help repay a mortgage, pay down debts, seek medical treatment or simply allow yourself time off work stress free if you are unfortunate enough to become seriously ill. Read more	0	14th Aug 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Better mortgages can give you a day off work! When was the last time you assessed the value of your mortgage? Remember to shop around, fees are different, as are rates - and the benefits of mortgage efficiency very attractive indeed! Read more	0	26th Jul 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property There's a gite for every budget Stewart Andersen considers the French gite market and property opportunities for Brits interested in value for money and rental potential. Read more	1	25th Jul 2018 Stewart Andersen