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5 essential money lessons that could improve your child’s financial independence
Between 12 and 16 June, Young Enterprise runs a national campaign across primary and secondary schools with the aim to give children the skills and knowledge necessary to understand finances to thrive in later life. Taking place every year since 2009, My Money Week has already taught hundreds of thousands of young people how to budget, save wisely, and manage credit card debt. My Money Week is the perfect time to teach your children about money and improve their financial lit

Tom from Harken Financial
May 12, 20234 min read
8 things to do to give your finances a spring clean
As you start to put winter behind you, you may be thinking of giving your home a spring clean or the projects you want to take on over the next few months. As you do, don’t forget to think about your finances. Regularly reviewing your finances and plans for the future can help keep you on track. It can provide a chance to find opportunities you may have previously missed to help your assets go further, and ensure the steps you take continue to reflect your plans. Here are eig

Tom from Harken Financial
Feb 16, 20224 min read
Covid-19 spurs more people to seek financial advice, but it’s not just for times of crisis
The pandemic has placed pressure on families across the UK. So, it’s not surprising that more people are seeking financial advice and thinking about their long-term security. While financial advice can be incredibly useful in a crisis, an ongoing relationship with a financial planner can be just as valuable. After a year of lockdowns and social distancing, 53% of UK adults say the financial crisis caused by Covid-19 has prompted them to seek professional financial advice, acc

Tom from Harken Financial
May 17, 20213 min read
43% of savers and investors don’t know where to find advice
We know that financial advice can change lives and help people achieve their goals. Yet, research from network Openwork found that more than two in five people don’t know how to access advice. This could mean they’re missing out on opportunities, taking too much risk, or worrying about their circumstances without support. Despite technology making it easier than ever to search for businesses, some people are concerned about starting their financial advice journey online. Even

Tom from Harken Financial
Feb 8, 20213 min read
Protecting your business: Why business wills are important
We all know how important it is to have a will in place to ensure assets are passed on to loved ones in a way that aligns with your wishes. But, if you’re a business owner, have you included your business? When writing a will, there’s often a focus on your personal life and it can mean that your business is forgotten about. However, having a business will in place is an important part of succession planning for business owners, as well as preparing for the unexpected. It’s a

Tom from Harken Financial
Feb 8, 20213 min read
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