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Insights from the Charles James team
Huge Lump Sums Withdrawn from Pensions
Since the new pension freedoms took effect in April, figures show that savers have been taking out £27m a day.
Millions of People Missold Bank Card Insurance
Around 2 million people will be able to claim compensation for missold bank card insurance.
Apple Pay and Online Financial Security
Apple Pay launches in the UK today allowing those with an iPhone to pay for goods using their device. But what is Apple Pay and just how safe is your money when banking and buying online?
The EU Countries With The Longest Working Hours
A recent study published in the Independent shows the average number of hours worked in the EU by country. The average number of hours worked is 37.2, but do we in the UK work more or less?
Like Father Like Son
Research shows children will copy their parents' approach to finance, and with personal debt on the rise, it pays to think about the example you are setting.
Reasons You Need Insurance
This Sunday is Insurance Awareness Day, a day designed to remind us it is always wise to have a back-up plan, and so it is a good time to think about why you need insurance.
Money In Your 20s
What were your attitudes towards money when you were in your 20s? You were probably not thinking about savings and investments, or planning for your retirement.
Women To Feature On £10 And $10 Notes
Who will feature on the $10 note has not yet been decided but it is clear that for many, how our currency looks and who it represents, it as important as how it is spent.