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Lasting Power of Attorney for Armed Forces and Military Personnel
Peace of mind that there is someone you trust to look after your affairs A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf during your lifetime. The people you appoint to manage your affairs are called the ‘attorneys’. An [...]
Forces Families Jobs
Forces Families Jobs is new initiative and website platform for employers to advertise vacancies to military families. Armed Forces members can apply for jobs with companies and organisations who are forces family friendly and access employment and training opportunities. Help from the Families Federations The platform has been created by three Families Federations working closely […]
Life insurance for forces personnel
For anyone in the armed forces peace of mind is knowing that your family is protected. It’s understandable that we would rather not think of the time when we’re no longer around. But it’s important to protect the things that really matter – like our loved ones, home and lifestyle – in case the unexpected [...]
When I’m gone – Five important things to do before your death
How a simple list can help your loved ones after your death Although it may not feel like it, your family finances are probably more precarious than you think. It’s all well and good when the breadwinners are healthy and working, but if something unfortunate were to happen, the outlook for those around you could […]
Protecting you and your family’s finances
Top reasons people gave for not taking out protection. There are many things to consider when looking to protect you and your family. It may not be the most exciting of subjects, but it answers one of our most basic desires – to keep safe all that we hold dear. The State of the Protection Nation report[1] […]
Back to the Future
Visualising what really matters to you is the key to the planning process. Have you ever thought about writing a letter to yourself to describe your ideal future life, long-term life goals and the process of how to plan for them? Imagining what you want your life to be like in the long term when […]
5 New Year’s financial resolutions
New Year’s resolutions – now we all know we use this opportunity at the start of the year to try and make better choices in our lives, such as start a new hobby or join a gym, but have you ever thought about tailoring them to improve your finances? We have put together 5 ideas […]
Nadine Monks of Forces Family Finance wins industry award
At Forces Family Finance we are always striving to provide outstanding customer service, putting the client first at all times with our ethical approach to financial advice. At the end of last year we were very proud to hear that our director Nadine Monks won an award from our Principal Network New Leaf distribution in recognition of this. Industry recognition […]
Forces Help To Buy Scheme is now permanently enshrined in policy!
The Scheme to help military personnel to buy their own homes has been operating since 2014 and has now been permanently enshrined in policy. Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced on 3rd December 2018 that the Forces Help to Buy scheme will remain open to new applications from serving military personal and veterans until 31st December […]
Getting your credit report mortgage ready
In today’s market its best to get your finances looking their best, before you embark on your mortgage journey. But, if you really don’t know where to start, then we have put together 8 tips on how to get the best from your credit report. Check your credit file regularly. It is best to check […]
Five Christmas saving tips
With Christmas fast approaching you may be wondering how to make those pennies stretch further. There are plenty of tips to help rein in the costs and we have put together five Christmas saving tips, to help prevent you from over spending. Secret Santa Research by National Debtline showed that 35% of Britons were borrowing […]
