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Home from home as parents and grandparents help out

Our new research shows nearly one in five parents and grandparents plan to use their home wealth to help children and grandchildren on to the property ladder in the next five years. Our nationwide stu...

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More than £293 billion earmarked for younger generations

Our new research shows more than £293 billion is earmarked for younger generations by generous parents and grandparents. Our nationwide study shows children and grandchildren can expect an average ear...

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Budget 2021 highlights

Rishi Sunak has had to make some tough decisions as he balances tackling the health crisis, securing an economic recovery and looking ahead to fixing the public finances. In this year’s Budget the Cha...

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Couples Retirement Planning: The Value of Discussing Financial Advice

Our new research, reveals couples are risking financial confusion by failing to talk about their retirement plans.   UK Couple Retirement Planning Statistics More than a third (34%) have never discuss...

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Advisers worry about recruiting the next generation

Our new research shows advisers are increasingly optimistic about the industry’s future but worried about recruiting the next generation of advisers. Our nationwide study among advice firms found near...

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We are ready to support job switchers as more consider new careers despite COVID

Our research shows nearly one in five workers plan a career change underlining the growing trend of switching jobs. Our nationwide study found 19% of workers aim to move into a new industry or sector ...

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Demand for face to face advice increases as a result of COVID-19

Our new research shows the financial impact of COVID-19 is driving demand for advice but has not diminished the popularity of face-to-face support. Nearly one in five (17%) of adults say they are now ...

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Benefits of Seeking Professional Pension Advice

More than half of advisers believe lack of access remains a major concern Further Government changes to pension rules is one of the biggest threats to consumer confidence   The issue with access to ...

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The Bank of Mum and Dad Needs Advice

Our new research shows that one in three parents are concerned they do not have enough financial understanding to run the Bank of Mum and Dad properly. Our nationwide survey found 32% of parents would...

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Squeezed Parents Worry About Care Funding

Our new research, shows care funding fears are squeezing over-45s who need to financially support their parents and children. Our nationwide study found more than one in four (28%) over-45s are holdin...