Lots of factors are currently creating a great deal of uncertainty for investors; markets have been a bit jittery after such a strong performance in 2019, USA and Iran are causing a lot of tension in the Middle East and Brexit is finally happening. The picture is quite daunting for investors today.

We’ve written before about the importance of a very planned approach to retirement. Having a healthy pension fund is what springs to mind for all of us in this regard – of course this is very important, as having access to financial resources will help you to ensure that you can enjoy your retirement and live it on your own terms. But it’s not only about money.

A nice roundup of the performance of markets in 2019.

... and here's a great review of the last decade (you need to register, but it's very easy to do).

A nice graphic of the importance of different factors in planning your retirement.

What do you do when someone you love comes and asks to borrow money from you?

From small acorns...

The key lessons learned from 25 years as an investor.