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Financial Planning for Retirement
If your plans for the future have felt stalled recently, now might be the ideal time to revisit and reignite them…
Is Investing Worth the Risk?
Investment risk is the possibility of losing the money you invest, or not achieving the expected returns.
Is investing really worth the risk?
How To Avoid Online Scams This Christmas
As Christmas approaches, experts highlight the dangers of shopping online with unknown retailers.
Charles James Named in FTAdviser's Top 100 Financial Advisers 2018
Charles James Financial Planning is delighted to announce our inclusion into FTAdviser’s Top 100 Financial Advisers 2018!
Get Advice Before Withdrawing From Your Pension
Pensions freedoms have brought financial flexibility for those entering retirement age, however you must be aware of the consequences of withdrawing lump sums from your pension pot, especially if you plan on doing so before retirement age.
25% of Pensioner Households Have Zero Savings
Latest government figures reveal that a quarter of all pensioner households have no money saved for retirement.
Can You Spot Financial Scams?
After just 9% of people were able to identify scam texts and emails, an official campaign has been launched to help people spot foul play.
Checking Your State Pension
Many are being advised to check their state pension forecast in advance, in order to avoid disappointment and give themselves time to prepare.
Drawdown Pensions and Financial Advice
An increasing number of people are taking out drawdown pensions without seeking financial guidance.