by Brian Downton | J, Jul, 2021 | blog, general
Has the pandemic caused you to worry more than usual about your finances? Well, you’re not alone… With 47% of respondents to a global survey stating they are less well-off now compared to before the pandemic and 24% worried about job security, it’s clear that the...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2021 | blog, general
Throughout our lives, it is highly likely we will need to take financial decisions that can have a major impact on our wealth, such as taking out the right pension plan, or investing wisely for the future. Over the years, research has produced some interesting...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2021 | blog, general
Wherever you go, you’d be hard pressed to find a house without at least a little bit of clutter. From the kids’ old teddies (well, they might want Ed the Ted for their own children, you see) to receipts from the 1980s (they might take it back after 40 years), attics...
by Brian Downton | J, Jul, 2020 | blog, general
When you set your goals for 2020, I’d be willing to bet you didn’t imagine the events of the last few months. For many people who have lost loved ones, or have been ill, or have had their jobs or businesses badly affected by Covid-19, it’s been a devastating time. We...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2020 | blog, general
In 2020 we’ll have been in business for 20 years! To celebrate, each month we’re sharing 20 top tips about topics that are closest to our heart. Our aim is always to provide you with the best possible information so you can make informed financial decisions. This...
by Brian Downton | J, Feb, 2020 | blog, general
What does average look like? Information released by the Office for National Statistics shows the average British man, Mr Average, is 38, will live to 85 and earns £31,103. The average British woman, Ms Average, is 40, will live to 88 and earns £25,308. The LV= risk...
by Brian Downton | J, Feb, 2020 | blog, general
Whichever side of the Brexit debate you have been on, Friday 31 January 2020 undoubtedly marks a momentous point in the country’s history. For at the stroke of 11pm, the UK will cease to be a member of the EU: the divorce will finally have been sealed. It’s clearly...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2020 | blog, general
What music do you want played at your funeral? A quick look at the current top 10 funeral songs turns up some predictable results. ‘My Way’ by Frank Sinatra is favourite, followed by ‘Time to Say Goodbye’ in second place. Another more ironic...
