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The importance of alleviating stress in the workplace

Today is National Stress Awareness Day! And we’d like to highlight the importance of helping alleviate stress in the workplace. Even in the mos...

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What are your priorities when it comes to your money

Two of the biggest things that financial planning can give you is clarity and understanding. And understanding your needs versus wants is important...

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Pros and cons of the 95% mortgage deal

Several major mortgage lenders are taking part in a Government guarantee scheme, where house-hunting people can gain access to 95% mortgages. The s...

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Menopause can often have a negative affect and impact on a person’s financial wellbeing and security

Today is #worldmenopauseday – and we’d like to highlight how the menopause can often have an affect on someone’s finances. Menopause is a nat...

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Join free webinar and discover ways of unlocking wellbeing in your workplace

Employees who are financially stressed are more likely to experience health problems, mental health issues, and absenteeism. They are also less likely...

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More sick days being taken by UK workers than at any time in last 10 years

UK workers are taking more sick days than at any point in the last 10 years, research by the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) ...

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Having a financial plan can change your whole outlook on life

A financial plan can provide the answers to such important questions, and help you make the most of your income. It provides you with the skills and c...

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Knife-edge decision sees Bank Of England keep interest base rate at 5.25%

The Bank of England today (Thursday, September 21st) chose to leave the UK’s interest rates unchanged at 5.25%. The Bank (BOE) had previously rai...

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Lifetime attend Vivup Benefits Day to promote wellbeing in the workplace

Members of the Lifetime team attended the Vivup Benefits Day in Birmingham on Thursday (August 3rd). Our COO Andy Wealthall, along with colleagues...

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A financial plan; what is it, why it’s important and how can you get one

Finance professionals and experts often talk about having ‘a financial plan’. But just what is it? Why is it so important? And how can you get...

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Rise in money-related health issues

The latest research shows that half of doctors and other health and care professionals are reporting a rise in money-related health issues. And yet...

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Bank of England raises interest base rate by a further 0.25%

The UK’s interest rate has today (Thursday, August 3rd) been raised a further 0.25% by the Bank of England (BOE), to a new level of 5.25%. It is ...

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Taking the high road for the people who need us

Taking the high road. As a financial services company, we have always championed the importance of putting customers first. Indeed, our core val...

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Finding solutions for poor financial wellbeing

It is frightening when you see the damage that can result from poor financial wellbeing. We’ve seen it. That’s why we are passionate about d...

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Lifetime shortlisted in three categories for this year’s prestigious Workplace Savings and Benefits Awards

Lifetime is thrilled to have been shortlisted in three categories for this year’s Workplace Savings and Benefits Awards. The accolades, which rec...

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There are clear benefits to workplace stability and wellbeing

Financial wellbeing goes hand in hand with stability. And both are crucial when it comes to the workplace. They go a long, long way to helping p...

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Unlucky 13 for many UK mortgage holders as interest rates continue to climb

ky 13 for some! At lunchtime on Thursday (June 22nd) the Bank of England (BoE) raised interest rates for the 13th time in a row. That was expec...

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A look at deposit-free mortgages

For those people who are renting and struggling to save a cash deposit for a home, getting a mortgage can often seem like an absolute pipedream. Ho...

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Protection pay outs reached record high last year – but just what is protection insurance?

How much do they cost? This will depend on your individual circumstances and on the amount you would want to be paid in the event of your death, in...

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Energy regulator announces July lowering of price cap

Around 27 million UK households can expect a modest drop in their energy bills from July, after the regulator Ofgem announced a lowering of the pric...

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New report indicates millions of UK adults are struggling financially

More than 10 million adults in the UK are currently struggling with their bills. People are admitting to purposely eating less, cancelling insuranc...