Rishi Sunak has presented the public with a Budget for a “new age”, one which he says will prepare the country for a post-Covid “age of optimism”. The Chancellor delivered us what at first glance appeared to be some good news, a £150bn spending rise with extra money for schools, tax cuts for businesses and … Continue reading Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021
Read MoreFinancial markets don’t like bad news and the current Coronavirus outbreak is unfortunately no exception to that rule. So, you’ll no doubt be aware of the impact this is having on stock markets at the moment and although downturns are not unusual, they can be very unsettling. In these situations it can be natural to … Continue reading Market Update
Read MoreWe are often asked what does being a Chartered Financial Planner actually mean. The Chartered Insurance Institute (The CII Group) has recently produced this video guide that I hope will provide some answers.
Read MoreWe welcomed some very positive news this week, legislation has come into force which makes it illegal for companies to cold call you about your pensions. Companies breaking this law could face fines of up to £500,000. It’s an important change in the law because pension fraud has such a devastating, lasting impact on its … Continue reading Pension cold calls are now illegal
Read MoreThe scaffolding continues to be built around the office. If you are coming to visit and are struggling to park, please call us.
Read MoreDue to the reduction of the Office of the Public Guardians performing costs, an excess of £89m was identified through Lasting Power of Attorney fee overpayments between the 1st of April 2013 and the 31st of March 2017. During this time the Lasting Power of Attorney applications fees were not amended. It is estimated that … Continue reading Lasting Power of Attorney Applications Fees
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