Life

Whether it’s recycling, cutting our energy use at home, or changing the way we eat and drink, the majority of Brits say they are choosing more sustainable and ethical lifestyles these days.

It can be difficult to know what’s best to do with an inheritance, whether big or small. In the UK, there’s a huge amount of choice when it comes to saving and investing a lump sum, so we’ve come up with some guidelines that could help you feel more comfortable approaching the task. However, there is no replacement for personal financial advice, and this blog shouldn’t be considered as such.

As many people will tell you, there’s no ‘right time’ to have a baby, but there are preparations you can make to be sure your finances run smoothly when you start a family.

When I was at school, there were barely any LGBT+ role models around. Gay people were just starting to find themselves represented in the mainstream, but generally as controversial characters in the storylines of the nation’s beloved TV shows.

With the cost of living going up and salaries stagnating, it’s now more important than ever to have a robust financial plan. So how well prepared are you? Find out with this super-quick wealth check.

Wedding costs can mount up easily – here are our top five tips to help you manage your budget and save for your dream wedding.

Samantha doesn’t call herself an investing expert, but she’s comfortable selecting her own investments. However, even though she can do it herself, she chooses to save time and instead invest using Nutmeg.

Balancing a family and a demanding job, as well as staying on track with the nuances of individual investments, was time consuming for James. Moving a few of his investments from DIY platforms to a managed portfolio gave him some time back.

Keira knew that cash savings weren’t as rewarding as they used to be, and knew she wanted her money to work harder than they were. However, it still took her sometime to look in to investing as a long term solution to reach her saving goals.

Accountants can handle much more than just your payroll and tax returns. They can also help out at various stages during the growth of your business. Gary Turner, UK co-founder and managing director of Xero, outlines key stages in the business lifecycle when owners should consider hiring an accountant.

Saving money is the foundation for every other aspect of personal finance, so painless life hacks are one way to get your finances in shape. Being able to put something aside is the first step to being in control of your money, unless you’re paying off expensive debt such as credit cards – in which case that should be your first priority.

Travel hacking could save you money on your flights and stays abroad.