The increasing cost of living has brought to the forefront the importance of seeking advice when making significant financial decisions. In 2023, the need for financial advice has never been more crucial. Here are seven compelling reasons why:
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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.Cost of Living Crisis and Market Volatility Drive Increased Demand for Retirement Advice
New research from Aegon and NextWealth shows demand for retirement advice continuing to increase. The 2023 edition of the ‘Managing Lifetime Wealth: Retirement Planning in the UK’ report builds upon research conducted in previous years to show a numb…
What’s the Real Value of Financial Advice?
There is now mounting empirical evidence that financial advice can provide significant benefits for people of all ages and backgrounds. While many individuals may believe that they can manage their finances on their own, research now shows that those…
Financial Advice and Downsizing Tips for Empty Nesters
So, your youngest child has left for university and you’ve found yourself with an empty nest. This time in your life typically means you have the most disposable income you’ll ever have. There are three ways to make the most of it – spend it, save it…
Taking Financial Advice Could Make You £48K Better Off by the End of the Decade
Financial advice can leave non-affluent savers around £48,000 richer over 10 years, according to a report by the ILC. There is also new evidence that financial advice offers especially good value for the less well-off. Brits who took professional fi…
Old and Young Both Missing out on Advice Opportunities
More than half of Brits over 65 are yet to take advice on their finances, despite evidence that advice doubles financial confidence. At the same time, younger generations are failing to exploit advice opportunities. The UK’s baby boomers have largely…
What’s the Value of Financial Advice? About £40,000 According to New Research
New research has added further weight to the growing evidence that taking professional financial advice leaves people significantly better off over the long-term. The research by the International Longevity Centre – UK (ILC-UK), supported by Royal Lo…
How to Choose a Great Financial Adviser
We’ve heard from many people that finding a good financial adviser or financial planner can be a daunting task. There are many pitfalls to watch out for and a myriad of options so how do you know who is right for you? We’ve tried to summarise the main thin…
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.