https://eqllp.co.uk/index.php/tools/blocks/blog_posts/rss?bID=2726&cID=168&arHandle=Main&tags=Retirement Most recent posts from Blog feeds https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-30-03-16/ Despite the long Easter weekend, it has been another busy seven days in the world of finance and investment. In this week's roundup, we report on Yahoo setting a deadline for preliminary bids for its web business and Asian assets, claims that leaving the EU could prove detrimental to young people in the UK, warnings that the new state pension has not been made clear enough and figures showing pet insurance claims have reached a record high. Wed, 30 Mar 2016 09:21:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-02-03-16/ In our roundup this week, we bring news of a profits fall and subsequent restructuring plan for Barclays, a significant drop in UK manufacturing activity, an increase in consumer borrowing in January and new figures suggesting women have barely half the pension savings of men. Wed, 02 Mar 2016 11:08:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-17-02-16/ Our roundup of the last seven days in the world of finance and investment includes new figures showing that UK inflation hit a one-year high in January, claims that pensions remain the most effective savings option, a survey suggesting employers will rein in wage increases this year and research revealing a slip in UK construction output in the fourth quarter of 2015. Wed, 17 Feb 2016 09:33:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/retirement-planning-tips/ Retirement is a time many of us look forward to, leaving behind the nine-to-five and freeing up more time to do the things we really want to do. Mon, 08 Feb 2016 04:00:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-27-01-16/ Following another busy seven days in the world of finance and investment, we report on suggestions that a new flat-rate pension relief will be fairer to all, new findings revealing the cities with the highest weekly wages, disappointing Christmas sales figures for UK retailers and a reduction in revenue for easyJet following the Paris terror attacks. Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:41:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/how-to-plan-for-retirement/ After working hard all of your life, retirement is a time to wind down and enjoy the fruits of your labour. This might mean travelling, spending time with the family or even trying the activities you never had time for in the past. To enjoy a comfortable retirement, however, it is essential you put the right plans in place. Fri, 15 Jan 2016 16:21:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-25-11-15/ Our roundup this week brings you news of a rise for crude oil futures following a pledge from Saudi Arabia towards oil price stability, a new survey indicating the majority of Britons are in favour of leaving the EU following the Paris attacks, research concluding that more young people than old are living in poverty in the UK and calls for hundreds of thousands of women to receive pension compensation. Wed, 25 Nov 2015 15:53:00 GMT https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-14-10-15/ We report this week on news that the government has sold its remaining Royal Mail shares, payments processor Worldpay has priced its listing on the London Stock Exchange, September witnessed a retail spending climb and seven million Brits have been offered the chance to top up their state pension. Wed, 14 Oct 2015 11:12:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/early-retirement-planning-what-to-consider/ An early retirement is something many of us dream of. After all, what could be better than having all the time in the world to do the things you want to do, with the people you want to do them with? But to be in a position to do this, early retirement planning is crucial. Fri, 21 Aug 2015 06:45:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-19-07-15/ This week's roundup sees us cast our eye over news of a profit drop for BP, the FTSE edging higher after falling for five consecutive sessions, a potential landmark inheritance ruling and a tripling in pension liberation frauds. Wed, 29 Jul 2015 10:55:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-08-07-15/ This week, we bring you up to speed with the latest developments in Greece, including a decisive rejection of international bailout terms by Greek voters, as well as news of a sales dip for M&S, suggestions of a Sunday trading hours extension by George Osborne and new research indicating a Treasury tax windfall from pension changes. Wed, 08 Jul 2015 10:37:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/the-teflon-income-plan/ I recently stress-tested a couple's retirement income portfolio for worst-case scenarios such as long-term care costs, living too long and a market downturn while using the pension freedoms to provide liquid reserves. Tue, 16 Jun 2015 14:15:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/dull-to-dazzling-a-pension-revolution/ The new reforms have made pensions exciting again. Take advantage before they become more restrictive. Tue, 09 Jun 2015 10:41:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/our-top-10-tips-for-staying-fit-and-healthy-over-the-age-of-50/ At Equilibrium we have many different types of people as clients, but one thing they all share is the desire to remain healthy. We've therefore put together our top ten tips for staying fit for those over the age of 50. Thu, 16 Apr 2015 11:52:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-09-04-15/ With voting day less than a month away, we turn our attention to the general election, looking at how family finances have fared since the Coalition came to power, David Cameron's latest approval ratings, reactions to last week's live TV leaders debate and a cautious response to new pension reforms. Thu, 09 Apr 2015 13:28:00 BST https://eqllp.co.uk/blog/weekly-roundup-25-03-15/ Today we look at the impact of the FCA's new business plan, along with fears of rising debts in UK homes, the latest FTSE movement and the latest news coming out of Greece. 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