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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	0	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	2	25th Jul 2018 Stewart Andersen
Finance > Tax Inheritance tax abolished? Fancy having to keep a track of receipts (over a lifetime) with tax liability assessed against the total? Could this be the successor to inheritance tax? Read more	0	23rd Jul 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views IHT: Gift to my children now or later? There are some creative ways you can help your family (in your lifetime) to lessen the burden of inheritance tax. Read on ... Read more	0	9th Jul 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views The great inflation robbery UK inflation stands at 2.3% (May 2018) and plans to remove the fuel duty freeze will hit low income consumers further. So how can you minimise the slings and arrows that rising prices bring? Read more	0	4th Jul 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Nine out of ten workers are ‘financially sleepwalking’ into retirement New study underlines the need to put in place a clear, workable plan to lay the foundations to have a comfortable and financially secure retirement. Read more	0	27th Jun 2018 50connect editorial
Finance Counter intuitive investing at retirement Understanding your liabilities in retirement and your remaining assets are crucial to any successful investment portfolio ... as well as regular reviews. Read more	0	27th Jun 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Pensions How much can I withdraw from my pension? There are many factors to consider when taking money out of your pension writes Peter McGahan. Read more	0	27th Jun 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > Property Downsizing? Five questions to ask yourself first Whether you plan to downsize to a park home or any other kind of property, here are the five necessary steps to consider prior to your move. Read more	0	30th May 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > Money Saving Tips Over 1000 times the cost of a mortgage One in four of us went overdrawn last year and 2.1 million people were overdrawn all year. The cost of this credit is a huge waste of money. So what are the practical steps to take? Read more	0	30th May 2018 Peter McGahan
Finance > News & Views Don’t be caught out by this important inheritance tax change Inheritance tax is an issue which affects many of us, yet the vast majority of people are unaware of the impact the tax will have on their estate and – ultimately – what their loved ones will inherit once they are no longer around. Read more	0	22nd May 2018 50connect editorial
Finance > News & Views A third of people expect to wait 4-6 months for inheritance With only two people in five having a valid Will, our understanding of how long probate claims take to resolve is sadly lacking. Read more	0	17th May 2018 50connect editorial
Finance Equity release - what could you do with £150,000? Growing numbers of people are considering equity release as a financial retirement solution. But what are the pros and cons of releasing capital from your home? Read more	0	17th May 2018 50connect editorial