The past couple of years have been growing steadily tougher to cope with financially, and the majority of people have dipped into their financial reserves. Unfortunately, some have depleted them. […] more»

According to the Pensions Advisory Service, fewer than a third of self-employed people in the UK contribute to a personal pension. When it comes to saving for your retirement, the sooner you start the better. more»

The upcoming Budget should be treated as an opportunity to make it easier for entrepreneurs to pass businesses to the next generation, says Julia Rosenbloom, private client tax partner at professional and financial services group Smith & Williamson. Here's why. more»

Whether your business is 30 days or 30 years old, it's not too early to start making preparations for your retirement. Just remember to be realistic can your business keep you fed and watered? more»

I am a limited companyand have been working as an agent for five Italian manufacturers for nearly 30 years.Now I'm preparing for retirement, am I entitled to compensation at the end of the contracts? more»

Support for older generations of workers is becoming more and more vital. Aviva's study found that after the age of 50, a positive workplace culture? became the most important factor for staff. more»

Aspiring older entrepreneurs should be given greater tax-free access to their pension savings in order to fund new business ventures, a lobby group has advised. more»

Managing your own finances is one of the hidden drawbacks of leaving traditional employment. Here are six money saving tips to consider if you are self-employed. more»

Almost two-thirds of Britain's self-employed workforce describe their financial situation as just about managing? or worse, according to new survey findings. more»

An organisation representing the UK's self-employed workforce has called on government to reform the Lifetime ISA saving scheme to protect the future of the nation's freelancers. more»