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27/05/2026

Scammers have been developing increasingly sophisticated ways to exploit a lack of familiarity with how cryptocurrencies work.

From confusing jargon to fake cryptocurrency websites, it's important to recognise the signs of a scam before it's too late.

To discover 6 of the most common ways fraudsters might take advantage of the hype around crypto, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/fraudsters-use-crypto-hype-to-scam-investors-out-of-more-than-500000-a-day/

20/05/2026

When you're investing for retirement, it might be worth considering ESG principles.

As well as assessing profitability and long-term growth opportunities, you’d also consider its performance across three pillars - environmental, social, and governance.

To find out why you might want to consider a company's ethical stance before investing and how you could change your pension investments, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/how-esg-principles-could-fit-into-your-long-term-retirement-strategy/

13/05/2026

Financial literacy was first introduced into the national curriculum back in 2014, aimed at children aged between 11 and 16.

However, the delivery was inconsistent, as the requirement wasn't mandatory across all schools.

Now, as part of a curriculum assessment, a stronger approach to financial literacy lessons is being adopted.

To find out more about the new proposals and what you can do to support your children's financial literacy, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/the-money-lessons-you-can-teach-children-at-every-stage-to-boost-their-financial-literacy/

06/05/2026

Brits could face a worrying shortfall if they need care later in life.

6 in 10 over-45s are underestimating the cost of a care home by thousands of pounds, according to a report from the Just Group.

Of those surveyed who had previously helped find care for a loved one, 85% said they were shocked by the cost.

If you want to find out how you can make self-funded care costs part of your financial plan, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/6-in-10-over-45s-are-underestimating-the-cost-of-care-by-thousands-of-pounds/

29/04/2026

If you're saving for retirement, you will want to get the most out of what you're putting into your workplace or private pension.

Fortunately, there are plenty of tax efficiencies you can make the most of when you save your wealth into a pension.

To find out how pension tax relief works and how it could significantly improve your retirement income, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/pensions/the-power-of-pension-tax-relief-and-how-it-could-boost-your-retirement-income/

22/04/2026

Despite ups and downs throughout the year, 2025 proved to be a great year for the FTSE 100 - an index of the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange.

According to the Guardian, the FTSE 100 increased in value by a fifth in 2025, marking the strongest annual gain since 2009.

When markets closed on New Year’s Eve 2025, the index was up 21.5% compared to where it was at the start of 2025.

To read more about the investment lessons you can discover from the performance of the FTSE 100, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/3-insights-from-the-ftse-100s-performance-that-could-help-you-curb-impulsive-decisions/

17/04/2026

If you’re considering an investment, pension opportunity, loan or other financial service, use the FCA Firm Checker to check if the firm is authorised and help avoid scams.
Visit: fca.org.uk/firm-checker

FCA Firm Checker Use this service to check a financial firm: is authorised by us has our permission to provide the services you want Learn what information you won't find on this tool. Check a firm

15/04/2026

The amount lost to investment scams in the UK increased by 55% in 2025, with fake cryptocurrency schemes topping the list, according to the Guardian.

Fraudsters might attempt to lure you into cryptocurrency scams by:

1. Creating a false sense of urgency
2. Using overly complex explanations
3. Being asked to keep an investment a secret
4. Building confidence with small early "profits"
5. Using fake cryptocurrency wallets or websites
6. Enticing you with social media adverts and fake endorsements

Read our blog, linked below, to find out more.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/fraudsters-use-crypto-hype-to-scam-investors-out-of-more-than-500000-a-day/

08/04/2026

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles provide a framework for evaluating a company's sustainability alongside its financial performance.

These principles encompass a broad range of areas that might be important to you, from how businesses are contributing to climate change to the health and safety of workers operating in their supply chain.

To find out how businesses with a strong focus on ESG principles could support long-term investment strategies, click the link below.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/how-esg-principles-could-fit-into-your-long-term-retirement-strategy/

01/04/2026

4 ways you can support financial literacy in your children and grandchildren:

1. Show them how to avoid fraud and financial scams
2. Teach them how to budget and save for something they want
3. Open a bank account for them and teach them about interest
4. Give your child a set amount of pocket money and the freedom to spend it

Read our blog, linked below, to learn more about the importance of teaching your children about their finances.

https://roxboro.co.uk/news/the-money-lessons-you-can-teach-children-at-every-stage-to-boost-their-financial-literacy/