Life Events

Buying a house First time buyers have had a tough time recently as even though more homes are now ‘affordable’ lenders are making it tougher for borrowers to get a mortgage.In order to ensure that...	Changing jobs Whether you are just starting out on a career, moving to a new job or want a completely new career, there are a number of key factors to take into account. There is more to a new job than...
Coping with redundancy Losing your job is devastating but at least you know that you're not alone. There are nearly 2.5 million unemployed in Britain with 18 to 24 year olds particularly badly hit. Even without...	Dealing with bereavement There is a great deal of bureaucracy to deal with when someone dies, which comes at a time of mourning when you’re still coping with the loss of a loved one. The added stress of tidying...
Getting married Getting married can make you happier and healthier but it’ll be hard on your bank balance – particularly at the outset.Planning a wedding is fun and fraught – often in equal measure – and...	Going to university Setting off for university is the beginning of an exciting new phase in your life. But along with your new-found independence comes responsibilities.The sad fact is you can expect to...
Having a baby When you start a family your life will change in so many ways. Along with the joy of discovering you are going to have a baby comes a time to take stock of your financial situation.So it’...	Planning for retirement The most important financial decision most people face is how to fund retirement as all of us will want to stop work – or will have to – at some point. It is never too early to start...