by Mary Waring | Feb 7, 2019 | Divorce/separation
It seems like Christmas has only just ended, and here we are facing one of the most dreaded days to those who may be single or recently separated or divorced and spending the day alone. Remember, just because you are single on Valentine’s day it doesn’t mean you can’t...
by Mary Waring | Dec 14, 2018 | Divorce/separation
Tips for the newly divorced or separated on how to survive the first Christmas. The first Christmas after divorce or separation can not only be tough, but for some, absolutely gruelling. The same may apply for the first Christmas that your children spend with your ex...
by Mary Waring | Nov 27, 2018 | Divorce/separation
Yesterday I was contacted by a previous client (let’s call her Anna) who I hadn’t spoken to for about 10 years. When we last worked together, she needed a mortgage for herself and her partner (let’s call him Jack) to buy a new property. I initially thought Anna was...
by Mary Waring | Sep 21, 2018 | Divorce myths, Divorce/separation, Pensions
There were some rather shocking headlines last week regarding women losing out on pensions when they divorce. This was all sparked by an Age UK report. The report stated that is should be “the norm” for private pensions to be considered as part of the...
by Mary Waring | Jul 12, 2018 | Financial Planning, Savings/investments
A recent report by Fidelity entitled “Financial Power of Women” highlighted the fact that although many women saved on a regular basis, they were more comfortable putting their money into cash rather than investing in the stock market. Cash savings are very important,...