A Scottish Sun profile describes how a UK couple, Katie and Alan Donegan, retired in their 30s after accumulating £1 million via the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) approach.
They saved aggressively—over 50 % of income, eliminated debt, minimised lifestyle inflation—and invested through stocks & shares ISAs, achieving the target of 25× their annual expenditure to apply the 4 % withdrawal rule sustainably.
While emphasising diversification and long‑term risk management, the article warns about market volatility, inflation impacts, and implications for state pensions and benefits.
It illustrates how FIRE principles can inspire better financial planning for UK savers even if full early retirement isn’t the goal.
Experts caution that Premium Bonds winnings may lead to unexpected tax bills depending on how they’re used.
A UK couple’s success reveals how investing 50% of income can fund retirement at 35.
A GfK survey finds UK consumers are saving more than spending, a record since before the 2008 crash.
UK saver faces £1,080 tax bill after interest beyond £500 personal savings allowance.
Missed ISA contributions significantly reduce long-term returns.
Stocks & Shares and Cash ISAs remain tax‑efficient saving vehicles.
UK dividend income drops for shareholders amid weak earnings.
Financial advisers share ten essential money tasks UK taxpayers should tackle in 2025.
Advisers recommend emergency savings, high-interest accounts, ISA and pension contributions.
Londoners are purchasing the lowest proportion of houses outside the capital in over a decade due to stalling local prices and the shift back to office working.
FTSE 100 property developer Berkeley Group has warned of a housing slowdown in London, forecasting further decline unless the government addresses regulatory and tax hurdles.
Amazon offers 45% discount on L'Oreal Paris Laser Renew Anti-Ageing Triple Action Eye Cream.
UK borrowing costs for 30-year debt reached 5.72%, a 27-year high, raising fears of economic decline.
Poundland plans to close up to 68 stores in 2025 following financial difficulties and restructuring.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the autumn budget for November 26, aiming to address a £30 billion deficit with growth measures.
Financial expert Martin Lewis has issued a strong warning against criminals who use his name and deepfake technology in 'disgraceful' online adverts to scam vulnerable people, after a woman's husband lost thousands of pounds.
The Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $1.3 billion, the fifth-largest in the lottery's history, after no winning ticket was sold in the latest drawing, marking the 41st consecutive drawing without a winner.
The UK's long-term borrowing costs have reached a 27-year high, fueling speculation about the government's economic credibility and the future of Chancellor Rachel Reeves following a significant government reshuffle.
McVitie’s introduces a new caramel-flavoured Penguin biscuit available in major UK supermarkets just in time for autumn.
Despite a wider trend of decreasing car insurance premiums in the UK, a new report indicates that prices for drivers under the age of 25 have seen a recent increase.
A major government reshuffle has fueled speculation about the future of Chancellor Rachel Reeves as the UK's long-term borrowing costs reach a 27-year high amidst broader European economic uncertainty.
The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an estimated $1.3 billion after no one won the top prize in the latest drawing, marking the 41st consecutive drawing without a winner and setting up the fifth-largest jackpot in the lottery's history.
Greggs has introduced a £5 meal deal nationally along with new autumn-inspired menu items including Chicken Fajita Bake and Pumpkin Spice specials.
Financial expert Martin Lewis has issued a powerful warning against online criminals who use his name and deepfake technology in 'disgraceful' adverts to scam vulnerable people, after a woman's husband lost thousands of pounds.
New data reveals councils increasingly use one-off cash incentives to persuade private landlords to accept homeless households, costing taxpayers millions.
Councils are spending millions placing homeless families in hotels due to housing shortages, raising questions about long-term policy failures.
Clase Azul is a premium Reposado Tequila that is as famous for its elegant, hand-painted ceramic decanters as it is for its contents.
Formula 1's elite showcase their extravagant maritime lifestyles with multi-million pound yacht collections, from Toto Wolff's €22m vessel to Charles Leclerc's twin boats.
Following Congress’s vote to strip federal funding, public TV and radio stations race to fill budget holes with local donations, reduced network dues, and a national rescue push.
Labour accused of planning to replace traditional meat with insect proteins in British diets to cut carbon emissions.
