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Getting married or entering into a civil partnership is a moment to cherish, and with it comes both an increased emotional and financial bond.  But what happens if things don’t work out?

-Over-50s are open to a transitional retirement -Think tank proposes tax changes to hit the wealthy -Pensions cold-calling ban takes effect -Savers hit by avoidable ISA tax charge

Insurance can often seem a strangely intangible product. It’s something that affects the future more than the present, and provides a safety net rather than an immediate reward. Find out about financial protection for you and your family.

-Government reveals plans for pension dashboards -1 in 4 don’t know their state pension -Office for tax simplification calls for digital inheritance tax system -Most adults have not got around to writing a will

What alternatives do you have at retirement? Raiding your pension before retirement remains a popular option, with more than 1.3 million savers taking flexible payments from their pensions in the three years since 2015.

Anyone who reads the papers knows that the world’s economies are going through a period of uncertainty. It’s natural at these times for some investors to get twitchy, which only serves to make the situation even less predictable.

Estate planning is a complicated process, and can seem a morbid task, so it’s tempting to put it off or avoid it altogether. A trust can help manage your assets for the benefit of others.

A must have handy guide to actions you need to take before the end of the current tax year.

Investing in property is usually about as close as it comes to a safe bet. The value of your asset tends to increase the longer you hold onto it, while the short and medium-term yields from rental income can cover the mortgage.

-Quarter of over-55s unaware of pension tax -Lettings relief restricted from 2020 -Pensions dashboard to include state pension data -Stamp duty relief extended to shared ownership

When you look for an investment opportunity, you want something that will earn the best possible returns with the lowest possible amount of risk. Fixed-interest investments offer alternative options for investing with less risk.

When you’re juggling the many day-to-day responsibilities of running a business, planning for your retirement might well slip down your list of priorities.