Valentine’s Day is more than just chocolates and roses; it’s a time to celebrate love and unity. Amidst the romantic gestures and thoughtful gifts, it’s also an ideal moment to consider your financial journey with your partner. Establishing a robust…
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Welcome to the NorthStar Blog. The place for the latest news, information and opinion from the NorthStar team helping you stay on top of what's going on in the world of finance.The Money Conversations All Couples Need to Have
In the pursuit of love, many of us seek that elusive ‘perfect person’- someone attractive, kind, engaging, sharing our interests and a person who makes us feel special. There’s a pervasive belief that when we encounter this person, we’ll instinctively…
How Financial Advice Can Make You Lucky in Love
Does the secret of true love come down to your attitude to money? We look at the role of financial compatibility and whether a Financial Adviser could be your Cupid in disguise. Amazingly, arguments about money are as big a trigger of relationship br…
Cost of Divorce Following Couples into Retirement
People who divorce may face an ongoing financial hit from it throughout their retirement, according to new research by Prudential. Younger divorcees and women especially are making potentially very costly mistakes by under-valuing their pensions. The…
You and Your Partner’s Life Changing Money Secrets
You might think you know all about your partner – what their favourite food is, who their friends are, what social media accounts they can’t tear themselves away from…but do you know who their bank is, or who their pension is with? More than one in f…
Awards, Accreditations & Trade Associations
NorthStar is proud to be a member of the leading financial planning trade associations. Through a continued commitment to work to the highest professional standards and deliver real value to all clients, our work has been rewarded with a number of awards and professional accreditations.