Richard Eagling
With 24 years’ experience in personal finance, Richard Eagling is an accomplished journalist, editor, media commentator and expert in all things finance, pensions, life insurance and investments. Having cut his teeth in life, pensions and mortgages at Virgin Direct and Virgin One Account, Richard spent 18 years as Editor at Moneyfacts before becoming Senior Editor at NerdWallet. A regular media commentator, Richard’s expert personal finance views have been published far and wide – including in titles such as This Is Money, Daily Mail, Daily Express, the Guardian, Sky News, Investors Chronicle, Mortgage Solutions, Financial Times and the Independent.
Articles by Richard Eagling:
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The Best and Most Affordable Cities in Europe for First-Time Buyers
Rome, Madrid, London? Our European First-Time Buyer Report reveals which cities around Europe are the best, and most affordable, for hybrid or remote working first-time buyers.
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What Does the Pension Triple Lock Suspension Mean For You?
The pension triple lock has been suspended over concerns that it would cost the Treasury a potential 8% rise in state pension payments to retirees. While a smaller increase is still assured, the decision could have wider implications for the triple lock – and pensioners – going forward.
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Moving in with your partner: romantic or convenient?
From joint bank accounts to financial transparency, we reveal people’s top priorities when buying a house with a partner.
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How ethical pension funds work
Ethical pension funds bring socially responsible investing to retirement planning by ensuring the underlying investments meet Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria.
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Pension advice: everything you need to know
Whether you're approaching retirement or want to understand the funds you’re investing in, you might consider getting some advice about your pension.
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