Five things clients will call you about this week

FIVE THINGS

Nicola Brittain
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Here are five things clients may have read in the weekend's papers…

Will I be working until I'm 70? The Telegraph was one of several nationals to run with the stark story that just 40% of adults are putting enough aside for their retirement, according to a report from Scottish Widows. This is the lowest figure since the pensions' giant began tracking savings nine years ago. This might see potential clients that don't already have a financial adviser seeking one out, or alternatively existing clients may ask for a review of their pension situation. The report stated that households are prioritising living expenses, paying off debts and mortgage repay...

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