Make the most of your tax-free allowances  As the year ends, it’s natural to reflect on the past 12 months and look ahead to a fresh start. While many of us will be setting new year’s resolutions to improve our health or habits, it’s worth taking a moment to focus on something equally important: your financial wellbeing.  With the tax year ending on 5th April 2025, there’s still time to make the most of your annual tax-free allowances. By taking advantage of these opportuniti

We are beyond excited to announce that we have won the 2024 Investors in People Award for Best Change Management Initiative!

Each November, Money Helper hosts Talk Money Week, aiming to start conversations around money and finances in the workplace, family and friendship groups, school, and wider communities. Not talking about money can be damaging to those around you, but it can feel awkward to talk about. For many people, talking about finances is taboo, and it can be considered rude to bring up.   My Money Matters wants to help break that taboo to promote financial literacy and wellbeing amongst

The Importance of Pension Awareness: Why You Should Care 

Let's talk about the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), why it’s so good, and how as an LGPS member you have options to make your retir

Money matters, and its impact extends beyond our personal lives—it significantly influences our productivity and wellbeing at work.

Ensuring a comfortable retirement requires careful planning and proactive decision-making.

How the cost-of-living crisis is costing us our mental wellbeing  

Last Friday, the newly rebranded My Money Matters team (previously AVC Wise) had the pleasure of sponsoring the annual Sunderland Talent and Recognition (STARS) awards. This event celebrates the achievements of Sunderland City Council's employees throughout what have been some challenging periods for council staff. We’re committed to helping our partners’ employees enhance their financial wellbeing, so we were thrilled to collaborate with Sunderland City Council for this exci

We are thrilled to announce that as of today, AVC Wise rebrands and becomes My Money Matters. This change reflects our ongoing commitment to improving the financial wellbeing of our partners’ employees; we want to empower them to achieve security at every stage of their financial journey, beyond just retirement planning. The new name, My Money Matters, brings with it a fresh, new look alongside a holistic suite of financial wellbeing services that support employees wherever t

We are thrilled to announce that AVC Wise have won the Investors in People award for 'UK Employer of the Year'! This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and exceptional contributions of every member of our team and we’re incredibly proud.  A Remarkable Journey Since 2018  As a relatively young company founded in 2018, this achievement feels extra special. It reflects the massive journey we've undertaken in just a few short years, growing from just a handf