Pensions

Ann Harris reappointed to MaPS board

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) has announced that Ann Harris has been reappointed...

Consumers seeking financial guidance during cost of living crisis

50% of UK consumers think information around pensions and retirement is overwhelming, and 41%...

Just Wealth and Just Mortgages surpass referral targets

Just Wealth, the financial services arm of national brokerage Just Mortgages, has reported that...

Standard Life becomes founding partner for new Samaritans Training School

Phoenix Group has announced that its Standard Life brand is the founding partner for...

Over-40s risking retirement with 35-year mortgages

New Freedom of Information (FOI) data from the FCA gathered by wealth manager, Quilter,...

Renting shattering older workers’ ‘retirement resilience’

16.3% of older workers who rent are on track for a moderate retirement income,...

Having children costs women £2.4k p.a. in retirement

New research from equity release lender more2life and economics consultancy Cebr has found that...

Intelliflo helps advisers in hunting lost pension pots

Fintech startup Mintago has partnered with intelliflo to further the reach of its Pension...

Retirement impossible for foreseeable future for 37% of over-55s

A new survey has indicated how the cost-of-living crisis has affected UK adults’ retirement...

Over 55s value experiences over material possessions

Royal London has claimed that the 55+ generation are focused on making the most...

Sharp rise in numbers opting out of workplace pensions

Data from Penfold, the digital pensions platform, has revealed that the number of savers...

Palatine investment in My Pension Expert confirmed

Palatine Private Equity has completed a "significant investment" into My Pension Expert following approval...

Covid-19 causes rise in early retirement plans

43% of UK adults aged 55-66 years old have chosen to take an early...

Female financial confidence growing but major gaps remain

54% of women in the UK consider their financial plans for retirement to be...

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Income protection: the unsung hero of the cost-of-living crisis

Higher mortgage rates, rising energy costs, and continued inflation have put pressure on many household budgets. Advisers spend time helping customers find the right rate,...

Why rigid credit scoring is locking too many people out of homeownership

Some people don’t fit the mould. That’s always been true in mortgage lending. But the tools used by most lenders to assess borrowers, particularly...

What a bigger market means for brokers

The latest Interpath and BDLA UK Bridging Market Survey confirms what many brokers are already experiencing on the ground, that bridging has hit the...

How social media can bridge the protection disconnect

The latest AMI Protection Viewpoint provided a compelling snapshot of the challenges and opportunities facing the protection market. The research highlights a worrying pattern that...

Opening doors for credit-worthy but overlooked clients

It doesn’t take much these days for a borrower to feel they’ve fallen out of favour with the system. A missed payment here, a...

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Santander lowers mortgage pricing and unveils new large loan options

Santander is set to cut its residential fixed mortgage rates by up to 0.14...

The Cambridge invests £1m to tackle inequality and housing challenges

The Cambridge Building Society is investing £1 million into Greater Cambridge Impact, a social...

Skipton brings brokers and developers together to drive sustainable housing agenda

Skipton Building Society has brought together brokers, developers, and sustainability specialists at its head...

Foundation Home Loans expands residential range and cuts rates

Foundation Home Loans has announced a series of rate reductions and product enhancements across...

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