Get ready to start planning your future
Here's our five step guide to understanding financial planning - getting started isn't as hard as you'd think.
If you're new to financial planning, you might feel that there's a lot to take in. And you're right- there is. But that doesn't mean that it's hard to get to grips with the basics.
We've put together five short videos, each one explaining an important aspect when you think about your long-term financial security.
What is a financial plan?
Where do you start? What are the steps to take? And just what is a financial plan? Yes, you'll need advice but here's a few things that you need to start thinking about.
Understanding pensions
The first thing you'll hear from financial advisors is "start a pension". But why is that important? And why is it important to start one immediately - whatever career stage you're at. Here's an overview.
How funds work
Most of what we got is built on funds. They're the engine that helps your hard earned cash work harder for you. Asset classes, growth, risk and strategy - learn what funds can do for you.
Understanding savings
Sometimes in life we need to achieve a big goal. Usually that will cost money. And that's where savings come in. At Zurich Life we specialise in the kinds of savings that can help grow your pile faster than regular interest rates.
When you retire
Whether your retirement is just around the corner, or ages away, it's still good to know the basics of what happens after you retire. How exactly does your pension turn into an income?