Krista joined Age Group in 2020, bringing two politics degrees and over a decade's experience working across the finance industry as a researcher and writer, including over 17 years at Wolters Kluwer Financial Services. Based in London, she can turn even the most complicated finance topics into accessible and straightforward content. When she's not writing, she likes to read, watch football and play games - fuelled by many cups of coffee!
The widow's pension and widowed parent's allowance became the Bereavement Support Payment scheme in 2017. Applying for this financial support is simple, but you do need to do it on time to receive the full benefit.
Cost of living payments can bring a reprieve for your finances. Ensure you're on top of every crucial deadline that impacts your financial well-being as we unveil the key dates and essential insights to help you navigate the year ahead with confidence.
Planning a sunny getaway becomes a breeze when you have your travel insurance all taken care of. Look no further than Coverwise for budget-friendly insurance options, even if you have pre-existing medical conditions. Enjoy your holiday worry-free!
Thinking about a loan to cover life’s unexpected twists? Likely Loans, known now as Finio Loans, offer alternatives to people with bad credit. Here, you can find out whether they are a good financial solution for you.
IR35 is a tricky piece of legislation that could impact you if you work as a contractor or are considering doing so. Knowing how to navigate this self-employed ruleset can be the difference in paying more tax.
Pension transfers help ensure you make the most of your retirement contributions. You need to be careful about possible fees and penalties, however. Getting to the bottom of your current scheme’s inner workings should be the first step to a better retirement.
The Spring Budget introduced changes to pension allowance limits. The abolishment of the lifetime allowance limit could help you save more for retirement.
Britain has one of the biggest pension fund markets, but are you losing out on a more lucrative pension pot? Many leading experts are calling for funds to refocus and invest in Britain.