How annuities work: Securing income for the future

In this episode of our ‘Financial Illumination’ podcast, James Corcoran and Jack Dudley dive into the role annuities can play in a retirement plan. They explore how annuities work, why they matter, the risks associated with them and how they can potentially help you build steady, stress-free income throughout retirement.

Monthly markets review – March 2026

Conflict in the Middle East drove market volatility throughout March 2026, as rising energy prices renewed inflation concerns led investors to reassess expectations for central bank interest rate cuts.

Iran conflict: Stay calm, stay invested 

Recent events in the Middle East have understandably unsettled investors. But history consistently reminds us of one thing: investors who stay diversified and ride out volatility are often the ones who come out ahead.

5 tax year-end tips: Save yourself thousands!

In this episode of ‘Financial Illumination’, James Corcoran and Jack Dudley focus on the practical steps you can take now to make the most of pension contributions, ISA allowances and Capital Gains Tax exemptions before 5 April.

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