At some point in life, your loved one may not be able to make their own decisions. They may require you to make decisions for them and although it's a difficult situation to think about, it can be made easier through planning ahead. If your loved one can no longer make decisions regarding health or financial matters, it may be time to put a power of attorney in place. Power of attorney is a legal document which gives a person the authority to take care of the finances of someone who no longer can. It could be that they have become incapacitated or are in hospital temporarily and …
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Best Ways to Invest your Money
If you or your loved ones are thinking about investing your money but you are a bit lost on how to begin, this blog is for you! It gathers tips and suggestions to find your way in this somewhat obscure world of finance. Investing your money, this matter may seem secondary to some people. It is quite common to think that people need a lot of money before thinking about investing. But actually, just putting our money in a bank account is a form of investment. So, now that we realise that we are investing our money without really knowing it, it is important to focus on this question: …
A Guide to Pensions
The pension system in the United Kingdom is one of the oldest and most complex systems in Europe. It was developed by entrepreneurs in the form of pension funds at the very beginning of the industrial revolution. As the funded pensions have historically dominated the country for a century, most of the pension burden rests on the shoulders of private sector employees and employers through private insurance. The retirement system may appear very complex, which is why we have created this guide to help you and your loved ones understand it a little better. This guide is dedicated to …
