23rd Sep 2020
You might think switching careers is a young person’s game. After all, those in their 20s or 30s might be less likely to have families, mortgages or other responsibilities that could make it harder to switch careers to something completely new. In reality though, there are a lot of ways you could switch careers later…
23rd Sep 2020
Got a taste of the work from home life and want to start working for yourself? Looking for new freelance work this autumn? Part-time freelance work has become increasingly popular, especially amongst young people, over the past few years. You’re definitely not alone in wanting a slice of the freelance pie for yourself! The flexibility…
21st Sep 2020
As a freelancer, one of the biggest challenges you face is maintaining boundaries between your work and personal life. Keeping them separate and finding time for yourself can be hard work but is vitally important to avoiding burnout, staying healthy, and maximising your productivity. More and more people are turning to portfolio careers and freelancing…
16th Sep 2020
Could your child (or even, if you’re a young adult, you yourself) be sitting on a trust fund that you or your parents had completely forgotten about? If you were born or had children between 2002 and 2011, this might very well be the case. Read on to find out all about the Government’s Child…
14th Sep 2020
When you’re younger, retirement can seem a long way off. Especially when you’re on a lower salary, there’s always more pressing costs to spend your money on and your pension tends to take a back seat. If you’re in your twenties now you may not want to be locking your hard-earned cash away for the…
14th Sep 2020
Apprenticeships haven’t always been popular, but they’re growing in popularity again. Fewer people are opting for traditional higher education routes, like university, and turning to apprenticeships as another option instead. The growth in available apprenticeships is particularly welcome in such an unstable job market. Apprenticeships provide support, income, and a more secure working future. They…
10th Sep 2020
With current savings rates not beating inflation, stocks and shares looks like the only way to grow your wealth. But how do you get started investing without risking everything in one go? Beginner investors – we’re here for you! These golden rules for investors will help you map a plan to start investing even small…
7th Sep 2020
If you’re looking to grow your money, it’s likely that you’ll have a few questions. What’s the best way to grow money quickly? What are the differences between saving vs investing? When should you choose one over the other? Can you, actually, do both? Let’s look at the key differences between saving your money and…
7th Sep 2020
Although a credit card and a debit card look the same and have similar functionalities, they are fundamentally different. They are both convenient to use and are accepted in most places, yet the core distinction is where the money is drawn from. Particularly when owning multiple cards, it can get a little confusing. This blog…
5th Sep 2020
When couples with children are separating, it’s necessary to ensure that the child or children are adequately financially supported. Simon Fisher, Partner in the Family Team at Gardner Leader offers step-by-step advice on calculating Child Maintenance payments, the support available from the CMS and what to do if there is a problem. The CMS Calculator…
5th Sep 2020
In the past few years we’ve seen a massive rise in the popularity of the side hustle. More and more people are ditching the traditional 9-5 and taking on portfolio careers. Although the side hustle originally started as a way to earn a little extra money on the side, it’s now turned into a whole…
3rd Sep 2020
With the housing market picking up again, many are considering a change of scenery. However, there’s always the risk that something goes awry with your buying plans. To avoid getting stuck in a failing chain, or to buy un-mortgageable properties, you could try a bridging loan. But what is a bridging loan – and how…
