Quarterly economic update: October - December 2024
The final quarter of 2024 reflected a mixed economic landscape. While consumer spending and equity markets showed resilience, persistent inflation, cost-of-living pressures and a cooling housing market have tempered optimism. Read More
Retirement planning for couples with an age gap
Planning for retirement can be challenging enough, but when there’s a significant age difference between partners, it adds another layer of complexity. Read More
The rise of digital wallets - how safe is yours? Part 2
It’s Monday morning, and you’re running late. You skip breakfast, grab your phone, and head out the door. You head to the café and order your usual coffee with a quick tap of your phone. Read More
The rise of digital wallets - how safe is yours? Part 1
Digital wallets, like Apple Pay and Google Pay, along with mobile banking apps have fast become the go-to solution for making payments and managing money. Whether you're paying for groceries, splitting bills with friends, or shopping online, these apps simplify your financial life. Read More
Making Christmas a time of joy for you
It seems to arrive earlier and earlier every year. Just when you thought Christmas was only weeks ago, suddenly it’s only weeks away! While children count down the days, Christmas for many adults can be a difficult time. Read More