On this page you’ll find helpful articles and our personal finance expert Ashley Shepherd’s insights into the topics that matter more with every passing year. From making the most of our retirement years to looking after our health and protecting our loved ones now and in the future.
Over 60 railcards save older train users money on their rail fares. In addition to cheaper train tickets, an over 60 railcard also gives you access to further discounts on products and services
For significant numbers of people, the idea of donating their body after death to medical science has many attractions.
Little is known about the cremation process. Myths surrounding multiple cremations and recycled coffins are all common place, however the truth about cremation is somewhat different.
Read our step by step guide to probate to understand how it works and how to apply for probate yourself.
Read our simple guide to changing a will after someone has died with a Deed of Variation.
Read our Inheritance Tax guide to find all you need to know about IHT including how it might affect you and how you can you redeuce the impact of it.
Read our simple guide to IHT on gifts to your family to help you understand what you are allowed to gift tax free.
We explain the UK's intestacy rules that dictate how someone's estate is divided in the absence of a will.
In this guide we explain how to reduce the inheritance tax payable on your property and why leaving it too late could cost you and your family thousands.
Read our simple guide to Power of Attorney to understand how it works and the importance of choosing the right type for your needs.
Nobody tells you what to do when someone dies, but we have all the information you need right here. Read our guides.
When arranging a funeral you have the flexibility to choose any UK crematorium, regardless of whether it’s privately owned or run by the council.
Writing a sympathy card isn’t easy. Naturally, you worry about saying the wrong thing, and upsetting our friend or relation at an already difficult time. Feeling this way is perfectly normal, but even the briefest message can mean a lot and comfort the bereaved person, so it's always worth making the effort.
The Telephone Preference Service, also known as the TPS, is the UK’s official ‘do not call’ register. It’s illegal for organisations to make unsolicited calls to Telephone Preference Service registered numbers.
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