Art of bond investing
Portfolio balancing, negating stock market volatility and lowering risk Bonds have historically been an alternative way to balance a portfolio and...
Read MoreDiversification, diversification, diversification
Portfolio building requires different characteristics to evaluate There are many ways to invest and different types of investments. But when looking to build an appropriate diversified...
Read MoreGenerous grandparents
The bank that likes to say ‘yes’ Forget the Lamborghini – 2.4 million UK grandparents[1] have either raided their pension to support their grandchildren or plan...
Read MoreYour money, your choice
Supporting your future financial requirements You can pay into as many pension schemes as you want; it depends on how much money you can...
Read MoreRetirement wealth
What’s the right answer for you? The first increase in minimum automatic enrolment (AE) workplace pension contributions came into effect on 6 April[1]. According to...
Read More2018/19 tax changes
New initiatives you need to know It’s important to consider the tax implications of making financial decisions. The 2018/19 tax year is now upon us,...
Read MoreProtecting your estate for future generations
Many individuals find the Inheritance Tax rules too complicated If you struggle to navigate the UK’s Inheritance Tax regime, you...
Read MoreMake it a date
Keeping your target retirement plans on track Most over-45s are not making plans to match their hopes for the future,...
Read MoreSelf-Invested Personal Pensions
TAKING MORE CONTROL OVER YOUR PENSION FUND INVESTMENT DECISIONS If appropriate to your particular situation, a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP)...
Read MoreCrypto currencies
Don’t believe the hype Digital or crypto currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple have been causing a financial frenzy over the past...
Read MoreHow to make the most of your retirement
Steps you could take to increase your eventual income Even if retirement isn’t far away, there are steps you could take to increase your eventual retirement income. This...
Read MoreFinancial Fitness
Time to track and celebrate your wealth goals? With the Christmas festivities now a distant memory, money matters are firmly on people’s minds this year according to...
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