Updates
We finally found a place to channel our thoughts – and the bonus is that you get to benefit from it. Here are the latest updates and podcast episodes from Sanctuary FP.

5 reasons you need to write a will (and keep it up to date)
Half of the adults in the UK don’t have a will. While you may have a reason for putting the task off, there are many compelling reasons to make time to write a will that could provide peace of mind. A survey from Will Aid found that 49% of UK adults do not have a will...

Are you taking enough risk with your pension? Being too cautious could mean lower returns
Research suggests that millions of workers are being too cautious with their pensions. Taking too little investment risk with retirement savings could mean your pension is much lower than it could have been. It could affect your retirement lifestyle. Pensions and...

Guide: Leaving an inheritance vs gifting during your lifetime
Have you thought about how you’ll pass wealth on to those who are important to you? Traditionally, this has been done through inheritance, but it’s becoming more common to gift during your lifetime. Our latest guide explains why more families are choosing to gift...

Investment market update: July 2021
The pandemic recovery continues to pick up pace in economies around the world. However, there are still reasons to be cautious and signs suggest the pace of growth is beginning to slow in some regions. According to the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and...

10 fantastic books to read with children this Read a Book Day
Read a Book Day on 6 September offers the perfect opportunity to curl up with a book and escape, whether with a comforting favourite or a new adventure. It’s also a great time to share a book with your child or grandchild and instil a love for literature in their...

5 signs you could benefit from income protection
September will mark the first Income Protection Awareness Week. Income protection can provide financial security when you need it most, but it’s often something that’s overlooked. If you recognise these five scenarios, it may be worth looking at how income protection...

Cashflow modelling: How it can give you confidence in your choices
When you’re making financial decisions, one of the challenges is understanding the impact that it could have on your long-term finances. Not understanding the impact means you’re unsure what you should do, or when you do make a decision, you still won’t have full...

How financial planning can help you strike a better work-life balance
Financial planning is about much more than simply growing your wealth. Not only can it reduce financial worry, but it can help you achieve long-term goals, reduce stress levels, and increase your mental wellbeing. Perhaps you feel like you don’t have enough time to...

7 things you need to do this Pension Awareness Day
Pension Awareness Day is just around the corner and is the perfect time to review your pension to make sure you’re getting the most out of it. So, ahead of 15 September, here are seven things you can do to get your pension into shape. 1. Check your pension savings...

The guide to later-life planning and care
When you think about your future, how far ahead do you plan? Perhaps you’ve thought about what your life will look like in 10 years, but have you considered your later years? While retirement planning is common, it’s often the early years of retirement that people...