Financial advice for widows: Practical help and support

Practical financial advice for widows: A financial planner can be a valuable ally during this difficult time, guiding you through the process.

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How cuts in the Bank of England base rate could affect you

The BoE cut the base rates by 0.25% to 5% – the first such cut in more than four years. Here’s what the recent cut could mean for you.

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2024 Autumn Budget Update

An overview of the key changes from the 2024 Autumn Budget, that may impact your finances this tax year and beyond.

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5 possible tax and pension changes coming in the Autumn Budget

The Autumn Budget will be the first Labour Budget and is expected to address a “£22 billion black hole” in the public finances.

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Reducing the financial burden of school fees

School fee expert shares his experience on how parents can manage the expenses of private education without straining the household budget

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The ISA turns 25: Here’s how it can help you boost your wealth

People who pay for financial advice enjoy an average uplift of £48,000 in their wealth over ten years compared to those who don't.

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Can I Afford an Independent Financial Adviser?

People who pay for financial advice enjoy an average uplift of £48,000 in their wealth over ten years compared to those who don't.

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Cash vs investing during volatile times

During volatile times, it's natural to feel a tug-of-war between the urge to move investments to cash or stay invested and ride out the storm.

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All the winners and losers from the 2024 Spring Budget

If you want to know how the 2024 Spring Budget affects you, here are all the winners and losers from the chancellor’s latest fiscal announcement.

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Spring Budget from London

Your Spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement

The chancellor has delivered the government’s Spring Budget. Here’s a useful summary of the key measures Jeremy Hunt announced.

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How the Spring Budget change to Capital Gains Tax could affect you

On 6 April 2024, the government is halving the Capital Gains Tax Annual Exempt Amount. Learn more about the change and how it could affect you.

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How financial planning can help with your divorce

Financial decisions can cause friction in every relationship, but untangling years of financial ties in a divorce can be extremely difficult

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How much money can I inherit without paying tax?

Depending on the value of the estate, you may need inheritance tax. Find out more, with expert advice on what to do with an inheritance windfall

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2023 Autumn Statement

Everything you need to know about the 2023 Autumn Statement

On 22 November 2023, chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Autumn Statement against a backdrop of a cost of living crisis and a looming general election.

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Safeguarding your pension during a divorce

Safeguarding your pension during a divorce

To help secure your future financial wellbeing, it's crucial to include your pension savings as a key part of your divorce proceedings

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Protecting your rights to your home in a divorce

Protecting your rights to your home in a divorce

A divorce could impact your financial interests in the home you share, which is why it's important to understand how to protect your rights

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9 ways to reduce your Capital Gains Tax

9 ways to reduce your Capital Gains Tax

Looking to reduce your Capital Gains Tax bill? Here are 9 ways you can cut your tax liability, keeping more of your money in your pocket

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What should I do with an inheritance received in my 60s?

Receiving an inheritance in your 60s could affect the value of your estate, and the amount of inheritance tax due.

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What should you do with an inheritance lump sum in your 30s?

We take a look at some of the things you should consider if you've just received an inheritance lump sum in your 30s

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Financial planning tips to help fund school fees

If you’re planning to send your children to private school you may need to start saving to fund the school fees almost as soon as they’re born

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What could you do with an inheritance lump sum in your 20s?

Receiving an inheritance lump sum in your 20s could give you a great start. Here are some basic steps to put you on the path to financial wellbeing

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Understanding the risks of investing

A serious illness or disability can have a huge impact on your finances - critical illness insurance will provide much-needed financial support

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Financial planning ideas for new parents

Becoming a new parent is a natural time to reassess your financial plans and look at ways to secure the financial well-being of your family

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Managing portfolio risk

Managing risk is a core element of investing. This article explains how professionals manage risk within investment portfolios

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I’ve inherited a lump sum, what should I do with it?

Inheriting a lump sum can feel quite overwhelming. While we can’t tell you how to spend it, we can suggest a few options worth considering

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Why is portfolio diversification so important?

Portfolio diversification is a portfolio management strategy designed to reduce risk. We take a look at the principles behind it?

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Financial planning for new parents: Don’t forget about your future too

When you have a baby it’s important to think about your needs as well as your child's – especially when it comes to planning your future

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Investing in the ‘age of inflation’

Mike Greely explores some of the reasons behind the market turbulence, and explains why patience and portfolio positioning can help investors

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Mike Greely: piecing together the investment puzzle

For Mike Greely of Amber River’s Colchester team, understanding the factors that drive investment returns is not just part of his day job – it’s more of a lifelong passion

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Financial planning for new parents: Preparing your finances

If you're planning a family here are some thoughts on the costs you’re likely to face and how you can start to plan ahead for the new arrival

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Does your child have a forgotten Child Trust Fund?

Almost 200,000 young people born from 2002 to 2020, have a Child Trust Fund containing savings of around £2,000 - and they don't even know!

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Are Premium Bonds really worth it?

A brief explanation about what cryptocurrency is, how it works, what you can use it for and why you should tread with caution

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Savings and investments for children

Putting money away for children is a great way to teach them about money, as well as giving them a boost towards the start their adult life

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Should I invest in cryptocurrency?

A brief explanation about what cryptocurrency is, how it works, what you can use it for and why you should tread with caution

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The best ways to save and invest for young adults

Putting money away for children is a great way to teach them about money, as well as giving them a boost towards the start their adult life

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Financial planning for new parents: Investing for your child’s future

If you want to invest in your child's future to give them the best start, we consider some of the investment options open to you

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5 common money mistakes when starting your first job

We take a look at the most common mistakes young professionals make when they're starting out – and the steps you can take to avoid them

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Financial planning in your 20s

The financial expert you choose largely depends on your needs – but one thing that overrides everything else is finding someone you trust.

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Financial planning in your 30s

The financial expert you choose largely depends on your needs – but one thing that overrides everything else is finding someone you trust.

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Tim Forsyth: The biker with a safety-first wealth planning approach

Tim explains the importance of the 5 pillars of life: home, relationships, health, work, and finances. Lose one and the rest can easily follow

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Impact Investing: The road to a better world

Against the backdrop of climate change, pollution and social inequality, more people are turning to investment strategies that aim to have a positive impact

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How to make better financial decisions

We take a look at some of the negative behaviours that lead people to make poor financial decisions, and how to mitigate against them

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Tax management for the self-employed

Critical aspects of tax that the self-employed should consider, and how a financial planner can make tax management less daunting

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Self employed series: Savings & Investments

Savings and investments for the self-employed

We explore tax efficient investments for self-employed people. Helping you make the most of your money over the longer term.

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Why you should build an investment portfolio when you’re young

The best time to start an investment portfolio is right now - the sooner you begin, the easier it will be to achieve future financial goals

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Take a look at your end of year tax allowances

Taking a closer look at your end of year tax allowances?

The new financial year is the perfect opportunity to review your finances and make full use of any available tax allowances before 5 April

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Financial considerations for getting married

Financial considerations: Getting married

Congratulations - you're engaged. It’s worth taking a moment to consider how a marriage or civil partnership will impact your financial plan.

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Sustainable Investments

Should I be thinking about sustainable investing?

An increasing number of us are primarily guided by our conscience when it comes to money and we're choosing sustainable investing

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Securing your financial future in today's uncertain world

5 tips to help secure your financial future in today’s uncertain world

Preparing for your future may seem like an impossible task. Here are our top 5 tips to help you secure your financial future in today's uncertain world.

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Pros and Cons of creating a trust fund for your children

Trust fund baby… the pros and cons of setting up a trust for your kids

While a trust fund baby often suggests someone with a privileged background living off their rich parents, setting up a trust for children is often a sensible way to ensure your wealth is handed down responsibly.

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