This gives a regular income once a person reaches state pension age. It is based on...

Pensions Bill The shake-up of the UK pensions system under the Coalition Government continued with the...

Depending on the kinds of difficulties someone’s having with their finances, the help you could provide might involve anything from helping them with bills and paperwork and assisting with their day-to-day money, through to taking on a lasting power of attorney.

We answer some of the key questions about funerals What should I do if a relative...

Research has revealed* that more than £5 billion of means-tested benefits go unclaimed by retired people...

When your parents age and you have to start dealing with the problem associated with old...

People are living longer, but unfortunately, many live for longer in ill-health as well. Whether you...

Attendance allowance is granted to those people over 65 who require personal care assistance. The form...

Most people are familiar with traditional in-home pendant alarms for older people and their benefits. However,...

More and more people are getting married after a divorce or bereavement, which is very exciting, but it...

Going grey is something which  comes to us all and is a natural part of the...

There seems to be a general misconception that carers working in a private home can be...

How do you know if your tax is correct? If you pay your tax under Pay...

Most of us have probably heard the old adage “most accidents take place in the home”...

Changes introduced from 6 April 2015 allow people the flexibility to access their pension savings more...

New legislation on personal allowances From the 6th of April 2015  married couples and civil partners can...

Parents across the United Kingdom are having to use their savings to financially support their grown...

Care fees and funding is a very complex and confusing area. You and your parent may...

For many, retiring to settle down in a place with warmer weather, different scenery and a change...

The number of people who are getting divorced during their retirement years is on the increase....

Planning for your retirement is one of the most important things you’ll ever do, Follow our...

The new state pension is changing on 6 April 2016. How will state pension affect older people? They’ll remain...

Here are some of the key tax changes for 2015 The Personal Allowance (PA), the amount...

If your partner used to manage the budget for some or all of the household finances, taking these on after they die can feel overwhelming. Follow these steps to find out how to take control of your money.

A new report, backed by Esther Rantzen and the Patients Association, has identified the care choice...

The rise in insolvency amongst pensioners is higher now than fifty years ago Pensioners are caught...

Pension scams are on the increase in the UK. ‘One-off pension investments’, ‘pension loans’ or upfront...

Here’s a round up of the latest developments in savings options Premium bonds – The cap...

Last year, Lord Filkin chaired a Select Committee in the House of Lords, and produced a...

Tax can be very confusing, so here’s quick guide to help you help your elderly parent through the tax minefield:...