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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.
Budget 2024: The Key Announcements

Budget 2024: The Key Announcements

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the final Budget before the next general election yesterday. With almost all of the key measures being leaked before the event, there were few surprises in the list of announcements. With the Conservative Party trail…

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Embrace Evidence-Based Investing to Grow Your Wealth

Embrace Evidence-Based Investing to Grow Your Wealth

Evidence-based investing stands in stark contrast to speculative hunches or arbitrary guesswork when it comes to managing investment portfolios. At its core, this investment strategy hinges on comprehensive research and the meticulous study of market…

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Fall in Love with Your Finances This Valentine’s Day

Fall in Love with Your Finances This Valentine’s Day

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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The Ten Most Common Money Mistakes

The Ten Most Common Money Mistakes

When it comes to managing our personal finances, navigating the path to financial prosperity can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting to build your financial foundation, understanding and sidestep…

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The Money Conversations All Couples Need to Have

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…

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How to Become a Pension Millionaire

How to Become a Pension Millionaire

Becoming a ‘pension millionaire’ might seem like a pipe dream, particularly in view of the cost-of-living pressures many people are facing. But it may be more attainable than some people think when you combine regular and cost-efficient investing with…

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The Dangers of Investing in Cash for the Long-Term

The Dangers of Investing in Cash for the Long-Term

In today’s financial landscape, many individuals are considering the allure of cash investments as a safe haven for their hard-earned money. While the appeal of easy-access savings accounts offering interest rates of around 5% is evident, it’s crucia…

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We’re Proud to Be Supporting Talk Money Week 2023

We’re Proud to Be Supporting Talk Money Week 2023

Talk Money Week is taking place from 6th – 10th November 2023 and is the annual event all about getting the public talking about money. The week is overseen by the Money and Pension Service – a national body bringing toget…

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Seven Great Reasons to Take Financial Advice in 2023

Seven Great Reasons to Take Financial Advice in 2023

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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Pension vs Property: Which Is the Better Investment?

Pension vs Property: Which Is the Better Investment?

Both pensions and property investments can deliver long-term growth – and, when it comes to funding your retirement, both could have an important role to play. Here we weigh up the advantages and limitations of both property (whether buy-to-let or y…

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Five Crucial Questions for the Bank of Mum and Dad

Five Crucial Questions for the Bank of Mum and Dad

Adult children are increasingly banking on the financial support of their parents, but older generations must not lose sight of their own needs.​ If only all banks were as charitable as the Bank of Mum and Dad. Parents and grandparents handed over ne…

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Six Reasons to Top Up Your Pension

Six Reasons to Top Up Your Pension

With the end of the 2022/23 tax year almost upon us, time is running out to make the most of your tax-free exemptions and allowances before they disappear forever.There is so much more to pensions than just providing an income when you stop working…

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Spring Budget 2023 Special

Spring Budget 2023 Special

The Chancellor presented a ‘back to work’ budget focused on encouraging the economically inactive population to return to work with major changes to pensions and childcare funding announced. Fortunately, the economic outlook is not as dire as predict…

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What’s the Real Value of Financial Advice?

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…

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How to Boost Your Pension Pot When Money Is Tight

How to Boost Your Pension Pot When Money Is Tight

The cost of living crisis is forcing many of us to cut back on important things. In most cases, non-essential expenses such as holidays, takeaways, and nights out are being sacrificed. But for some of those really feeling the pinch, retirement goals a…

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Four Questions to Ask Before Buying an Annuity

Four Questions to Ask Before Buying an Annuity

With rates at 14-year highs, the annuity revival is in full swing. But there’s lots to consider before trading your retirement savings for a lifelong income. We’ve all been there at some point. We buy something which, at the time, we’re more…

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How to Save for Your Long-Term Goals

How to Save for Your Long-Term Goals

Blocking out the short-term noise isn’t easy at the moment; the volume is cranked up to the max. On the economic front, inflation remains high, mortgage rates are at their highest level for 14 years, and the UK falling into recession seems imminent…

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Scrooge’s Christmas Pension Plan

Scrooge’s Christmas Pension Plan

Herein lies a tale in which a youthful gentleman of casual bearing has an unsettling encounter with an irascible festive spirit, which in its wisdom enlightens the young fellow with useful and practical pension advice. Sitting comfortably? Then let us beg…

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How to Plan for Retirement at Different Life Stages

How to Plan for Retirement at Different Life Stages

As the retirement savings journey often spans several decades, it can be helpful to separate your plan into stages. This will help you achieve the right blend of enjoying today and funding tomorrow. Here we outline the key retirement planning consider…

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The Secret to Becoming a Successful Investor

The Secret to Becoming a Successful Investor

When it comes to investing, there is no shortage of experts who claim to have the secret to success. There are those that claim to have come up with the ultimate quick-win investment strategy, the next sure-fire winning stock, technical analysis that…

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How to Beat Inflation – Our Top Tips

How to Beat Inflation – Our Top Tips

With inflation in the UK currently at 9.9%, it’s little surprise that the impact of price rises is putting a significant financial strain on most households. Inflation is on the rise throughout the world but the UK is expected to experience faster pr…

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Helping Our Clients Navigate Through Turbulent Times

Helping Our Clients Navigate Through Turbulent Times

Given the news this week, we wanted to take this opportunity to provide all our clients with a special update on market and economic events and outline how we can help navigate through these turbulent times. This week has seen financial markets and e…

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We’re Proud to Support Financial Planning Week 2022

We’re Proud to Support Financial Planning Week 2022

We’re pleased to announce our support for Financial Planning Week 2022. This will be the sixth year we have been involved with this nationwide campaign and we’re delighted to be among a select group of companies chosen to support this initiative. Run…

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Awards, Accreditations & Trade Associations

NorthStar is proud to be a member of the leading financial planning trade associations. Through a continued commitment to adhere to the highest professional standards and deliver exceptional service, NorthStar has received a number of awards and professional accreditations.

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