24 Apr
The launch of NS&I’s new ‘British Savings Bonds’ is an interesting development for savers and investors alike. Announced in the Chancellor’s Spring Budget in March…
Read More06 Apr
Several of the tax and investment allowances afforded to individuals come to an end on 5th April each year, with a new set coming into play…
Read More18 Mar
2023 presented an opportunity for those with cash savings to take advantage of the higher interest rates on offer. Most banks increased their rates on…
Read More08 Mar
After a subdued Autumn Statement, along with the buzz surrounding a UK election year, the stage was set for a potentially exciting Spring Budget. Despite…
Read More26 Feb
In 1999, the Individual Savings Account (ISA) was introduced in the UK, revolutionising the way people save and invest. Now, 25 years later, the ISA…
Read More26 Feb
The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has recently conducted research revealing that a couple now needs £43,100 as an annual income in retirement to…
Read More02 Feb
In today’s rapidly changing world, the increasing number of people living beyond the age of 100 has profound implications for financial planning. Here we look…
Read More06 Jan
In the 2023 Scottish Budget, the Scottish Government announced a new income tax rate that will be applied to taxpayers in Scotland. This rate will…
Read More14 Dec
As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, our lives have become increasingly intertwined with the digital world. From online banking to social media…
Read More13 Dec
As we transition through the different stages of life, it’s crucial to ensure that our financial planning remains on track. The 40s and 50s can…
Read More13 Dec
It’s Christmas time, which means one thing…the return of our Festive Charitable Gift Appeal. We are delighted to announce that this is our tenth year…
Read More13 Dec
This last fiscal Statement of 2023 has been and gone without a great deal of fanfare. The Chancellor announced various measures designed to stimulate growth…
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