Financially Fearless Article Hub
Whether you’re a seasoned pro, or just starting out, these articles will help you take your financial knowledge to the next level.
They aren’t personal advice, but they will give you helpful information. If you’re not sure what’s right for your circumstances ask us about financial advice.
Please note that investments fall as well as rise in value, so you could get back less than you invest.
Our latest articles
Personal Finance
Whose hands are your money matters in?
The value of you and your partner planning your finances together.
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Britain’s first female Chancellor – what’s next for investors?
Who is the new Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, and what does she mean for your money?
4m read
How our partner can influence our views and attitudes about money
Are you married to your own financial glass ceiling?
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What can we learn from female breadwinners?
Four things that female breadwinners can teach us about managing our finances.
3m read
How to boost your family’s financial resilience
Expecting in 2024? Here are 5 tips to boost your family’s financial resilience.
5m read
Women have the potential to become more financially resilient
We explore why increased financial resilience can help us close the financial gender gaps.
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Swipe left for debt: financial dating red flags
We explore the common financial red flags you might find on a date, and how to overcome them.
7m read
How do millennials manage money?
We ask 5 Financially Fearless millennials for their top money tips.
7m read
A recipe for financial success
Find out how to cook your way towards financial success in this step-by-step guide.
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Are you keeping any money secrets?
29% of people hide some aspect of their finances from their partner. But does this have a long-term impact?
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Is the future of wealth female?
With women set to own 60% of the UK’s wealth by 2025, we take a closer look at the great wealth shift.
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Navigating financial wellbeing in a cost-of-living crisis
A recap on our financial wellbeing webinar plus we answer your burning questions.
4m read
Should you plan your finances as a couple?
“She’s everything. He’s just Ken” – the perils of ‘pink’ and ‘blue’ jobs.
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Don’t worry, buy that frappé
Review your spending, but don’t feel guilty about buying your favourite coffee.
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Your ultimate financial wellbeing pamper hamper
Why financial wellness should be part of your self-care routine.
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Love being single? How to overcome the price you pay
On average, a single adult spends £9,836 to cover the cost of housing, bills and groceries, marginally higher than the equivalent average per person spend for a couple (£7,579). Here are our top tips to overcome the price you pay.
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Dating and debt – should you care and what to do
Is debt a dating dealbreaker? We look at why it matters and what you can do about it.
5m read
How to combat the rising cost of childcare
We share our top tips to be #FinanciallyFearless in the childcare crisis.
5m read
Investing
Confused by compounding: Why it matters
A crucial concept, but misunderstood by many. Here’s why its important.
4m read
You don’t need to be rich to invest
Why regular investing is the best thing you can do right now.
3m read
Investing in my 20s – what every woman should know
Your twenties and financial freedom. Not usually two concepts we think go together.
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Investment masterclass - how to make your first investment
Ready to start your investing journey? Here are some tips on making your first investment.
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You can make money and do good at the same time
Why ESG should be part of your investment strategy.
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Retirement
Closing the Pension Gap: Let’s Boost Our Contributions
The gender pension gap is reducing for those with private pension wealth, now standing at only 10% for women aged 35-39. But with a 35% gap remaining overall, it still lingers like a stubborn cold we can’t quite shake.
4m read
The FIRE movement
Can you really retire before 50? Well, those who follow The FIRE Movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) believe they can.
7m read
Five tips to avoid retirement regret
We explore how to make your retirement plans come true, so you don’t have regrets later in life.
4m read
The benefits of planning for retirement as a couple
We take a closer look at why it can make sense to plan for retirement as a couple.
4m read
What you need to know about the gender pension gap
The gender private pension gap is closing, but not fast enough.
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Top 5 tips to close the gender pension gap
Chances are you’ve heard of the gender pay gap. However, you may be less familiar with its bigger sister - the gender pension gap.
5m read
Case Studies
Kremi’s journey towards financial independence
HL client Kremi shares how she navigates the complexities of investing for the future.
4m read
Ask Financially Fearless – who are our money role models?
Move over Superman, there are some new heroes in town.
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