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Market Review – December 2023
We reflect on the recent performance of global markets and picks out some key economic and financial dates.
Tax Year End – are you maximising your savings?
With UK taxpayers set to have the highest tax bill on record, are you making the most of important opportunities before 5 April 2024?
How much money will you save with National Insurance cuts?
From January 2024, millions of workers will take home more pay due to a cut in the National Insurance rate. Find out how much you’ll
Market Review – November 2023
We generally recommend that you hold investments for the medium to long-term, which we would view as being for five years or more.
Market Review – October 2023
We generally recommend that you hold investments for the medium to long-term, which we would view as being for five years or more.
Are you saving enough for the next generation?
With both increasing life expectancy and many workers struggling to save, this is creating a ‘perfect storm’ for future retirees from the younger generations. We
Market Review – September 2023
We generally recommend that you hold investments for the medium to long-term, which we would view as being for five years or more.
What’s Capital Gains Tax and can you reduce it?
With Capital Gains Tax receipts at record levels, Alan Ferguson looks at options to mitigate paying unnecessary tax.
It’s good to talk money: Helping elderly relatives manage their finances
Throughout time, societies have known that in order to survive, knowledge and experiences must be passed on through the generations.
Is a second property still a solid investment?
Higher interest rates, changes to the Capital Gains Tax allowance and various other factors are casting doubt over the investment value of second homes and
What’s the future of Inheritance Tax?
With record receipts generated over the past year, we look at the potential future of what’s often branded as Britain’s ‘most hated tax’ and actions
Market Review – August 2023
We generally recommend that you hold investments for the medium to long-term, which we would view as being for five years or more.
Are you on the right runway to retirement?
Building a financial plan for your retirement can be complicated, particularly given the current inflation and interest rate challenges – but do not put it
Inflation warning for cash holdings
Discover more about the FCA’s new rules which is directing firms to warn clients about the eroding effects inflation has on cash savings.
Market Review – July 2023
We generally recommend that you hold investments for the medium to long term, which we would view as being for five years or more.
