Maji Blog
This is where we share updates, tips and insights to help individuals and employers navigate the world of financial wellbeing, from saving for the short-term to preparing for retirement.
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Catherine Miller
What is ESG investing?
ESG and sustainable investing in a nutshell It’s easy to get jargoned-out when learning about investing, but ESG is one...4 min readPensions for Individuals -
Catherine Miller
Different Types of Investments
By Catherine Thomas-Humphreys, The Finfluencer So we’ve learned about platforms, and we know about investment accounts, so let’s look at...7 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Choosing an Investment Account
by Catherine Thomas-Humphreys, The Finfluencer When we get started with investing, we need to decide where to put our money....8 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
What is Diversification?
By Catherine Thomas-Humphreys, The Finfluencer In investing terms, diversification is the word that describes the phrase “don’t put all of...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Five ways to spend wisely over the festive season
Let’s face it: December can be expensive! What with work parties, social gatherings with friends and neighbours, gifts, special dinners...5 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Am I ready to invest?
by Catherine Thomas-Humphreys (www.thefinfluencer.co.uk) 10 questions to ask yourself before beginning to invest: Emergency saving: Do I have sufficient cash...2 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Choosing an investment platform
By Catherine Thomas-Humphreys (www.thefinfluencer.co.uk) Think of an investing platform simply like a financial supermarket. In the same way you go...7 min readPensions for Individuals -
Catherine Miller
The power of open banking at your fingertips
Have you heard about open banking? This nifty technology lets you connect your online bank accounts to websites and apps...3 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Expert support from Maji’s panel of specialists
There are times in our lives when we need a little extra help. Finance is no exception. Luckily, there are...2 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Renting vs Buying
Unsure whether to rent or think about buying? Check out our post to help you decide. [...]Read More...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Megan Worthing-davies
What you need to know about Lasting Power of Attorney
Written in conjunction with Catherine Thomas-Humphreys, aka The Finfluencer. A power of attorney is a legal document that allows you...6 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Can money truly buy you happiness?
It’s International Day of Happiness, so we are taking a deep dive into the relationship between wealth and money! Can...4 min readWellbeing for employers -
Catherine Miller
Who gets my money if I pass away?
Saving for the future is one of the most important things we can do to safeguard ourselves and our loved...5 min readPensions for Individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Why you should find out your credit score
We always get told that our credit score is important, but what exactly is it and why should we care...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Dealing with finances when you divorce
Divorce can be stressful and painful. Ending a significant relationship usually has a significant emotional impact and there’s a lot...8 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Do I need life or critical illness insurance?
If you’re a homeowner, it’s a good idea to have some kind of life and/or illness cover. This is because...5 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
What types of general insurance might I need?
If you’ve taken our self-assessment quiz, you’ll have a good idea of what kinds of insurance you might need to...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Four reasons you may need insurance
Life is full of exciting milestones like buying a house, buying a car and travelling abroad! But these things are...5 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Where to save money for buying a property
Buying a property, for most people, means saving a hefty sum of money. Whilst the more organised among us may...7 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Sahil Sethi
Debt: The good, the bad and the ugly
The average household debt in the UK is £65,151. For most people, that debt is made up of secured debt...3 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
5 ways to develop a positive money mindset
Having a positive money mindset can transform your personal finances. We’ve compiled a list of steps to help you get...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Make the most of your financial plan
Major life goals can feel overwhelming. Want to buy a house? Have a family? Travel the world? None of these...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
5 effective ways to prepare for life’s major financi...
You can never be totally prepared for what life will throw at you, but you can make sure you are...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Saving money – the how and where
Having a pot of money to dip into doesn’t happen overnight. There are a variety of different ways to save...7 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
5 side hustles to boost your income
To help protect your money and increase your financial independence, you could diversify your income streams. Side hustles are becoming...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Sahil Sethi
Risks you face when saving for your financial goals
The biggest risk to your financial goals is the risk of not being able to meet them When people think...1 min readPensions for Individuals -
Akshay Sandri
Why you need to start investing!
Investing can seem daunting to us. From a young age we are taught to save, save, save. But your money...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Akshay Sandri
5 reasons why you need to start talking to your kids...
Being open about your finances and teaching your children the value of money will help them be more financially literate...5 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Do I need a financial advisor?
You may be asking yourself if you need a financial advisor to help you navigate the world of pensions and...4 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Megan Worthing-davies
Empowered women are taking control of their pensions
Men have 40% more than women in their pension. But, knowledge is power – and this International Women’s Day, we...8 min readPensions for Employers -
Martyn Allen
10 common mistakes people make before getting a mort...
Find out more about the top 10 mistakes people make before getting a mortgage, and how to avoid them! If...3 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Martyn Allen
10 common mistakes people make before getting a mort...
Find out more about the top 10 mistakes people make before getting a mortgage, and how to avoid them! If...2 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Will Rainey
How to give your children £500,000 in ‘free’ money
You can take an action today which could give your children hundreds of thousands of pounds in the future for...7 min readWellbeing for individuals -
Catherine Miller
Are you fighting fit for a fabulous financial future?
If the word pensions fills you with dread, you’re not alone. Seventy-seven percent of people say they don’t understand their...6 min readPensions for Individuals
