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Average Brit takes risk by delaying life insurance decision by 10 months

While it’s important to weigh up your options before making financial decisions, a study suggests families are leaving themselves open to risk because they delay

Is a lack of investing culture holding back the UK’s wealth potential?

An interesting January 2025 report from Abrdn suggests culture could affect your financial decisions more than you think. Indeed, a lack of investing culture in

6 estate planning lessons you could learn from the Murdoch family dispute

The Murdoch family’s messy dispute over who will retain control of Rupert Murdoch’s media empire when he passes away has been grabbing headlines. While your

How financial planning could help you overcome decision paralysis

How long do you leave essential tasks on your to-do list? If you’ve put off tasks because they feel overwhelming, you’re not alone, but delays

How to practice mindfulness when managing your money

How you approach managing your finances could affect your ability to reach long-term goals. The Japanese spending philosophy “kakeibo” could help you practice financial mindfulness

The financial wellbeing equation

This guest blog was written by Chris Budd who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book, and also the Four Cornerstones of Financial Wellbeing. He founded

Mearns & Company have joined the Consumer Duty Alliance

Mearns & Company have joined the Consumer Duty Alliance as an associate member firm.  The Consumer Duty Alliance is a professional body set up for the retail financial sector to support companies with the FCA’s Consumer Duty and Financial Vulnerability regulations.

Mearns & Company re-assessed as Cyber Essentials compliant

We are pleased to announce that we have received our Cyber Essentials certificate of assurance. The scheme is backed by the UK government and overseen by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

Meet Graeme Brown: Client Services Director

Graeme Brown, Client Services Director at Mearns & Company, talks about his role.

Meet Louise Brown: Employee Benefits Manager

Louise Brown, Employee Benefits Team Manager at Mearns & Company, talks about her role.

7 incredible events you can look forward to in 2025

As 2025 approaches, you might be looking for ways to fill your calendar with fun experiences for you and your friends or family. Luckily, there’s

8 practical tips for setting new year resolutions you’ll stick to

Have you made any new year resolutions yet? While many people start the new year with a goal in mind, not everyone sticks to their

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