A national advice firm is urging the Government to extend the advice allowance for pensions to those who are self-employed.Read More
Recent figures show that the total amount of equity released in May 2018 was up 5.8% month-on-month.Read More
New figures have revealed that the number of people taking advantage of the pensions freedoms has hit a new record.Read More
New research shows that downsizers are having to reconsider making the move due to a lack of suitable homes and uncertainty around the financial benefits. Read More
Probate has been highlighted as a project within the Government’s new programme of reform for the UK courts and tribunals service.Read More
New statistics indicate that the highest percentage of scam attempts on investments and pensions were experienced in the East of England during the last year.Read More
It’s been reported that the late Sir Bruce Forsyth has left his entire fortune to his wife in a bid to avoid inheritance tax.Read More
Recent figures show that the long-term improvement in English and Welsh rate of mortality have seen a “significant slowdown” with questions being raised over the potential impact on the age of state pension.Read More
Recent research has revealed that one in five people aged 50 or over are relying on property wealth to fund their retirement.Read More
The Institute of Legacy Management (ILM) has issued its response to the proposals made in the recent consultation from the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority (SRA).Read More
Recent analysis has revealed that legal sector insolvencies could be on track to double in 2018 if Q1 trends continue.Read More
The government has today confirmed that the Financial Guidance and Claims Bill will not apply to introducers.Read More
Recent data has revealed that investigations into the actions of deputies and attorneys have grown by over 40% over the past year.Read More
The areas of law under which law firms will be required to publish prices has been expanded by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).Read More
A package of reforms created to provide law firms and solicitors with greater flexibility has been finalized by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).Read More
The launch of a new service aims to help relieve pressure from grieving families when notifying organisations of a loved one’s death.Read More
A technology provider has successfully scale tested its pension dashboard solution to handle expected usage by 15 million consumers when live.Read More
Senior council officials have warned that social care services for vulnerable adults in certain parts of the country are on the brink of collapse.Read More
New research has revealed that older people are less likely to spend money impulsively.Read More
The Welsh Government has stated that dedicated Welsh courts and judges with expertise in the law of Wales are required in order to form a separate jurisdiction from England.Read More