Monthly Archives: July 2021

Plan for tomorrow, live for today

Posted on July 30, 2021 by - Uncategorised

Helping you achieve your financial goals

Whatever stage of life you’ve reached and whatever the status of your current financial situation, you could see a vast improvement in the future by setting financial goals. Most people are intrinsically motivated by goals and will work hard to achieve them.

Protect yourself from pension scams

Posted on July 28, 2021 by - Pensions

Understanding the warning signs to keep your money safe

Being online more means criminals have a greater opportunity to approach unsuspecting victims with their scams. Online scams can have a devastating financial and emotional impact on victims. 

Mind the divorce gap

Posted on July 26, 2021 by - Divorce

Women see incomes fall by 33% following divorce, compared to just 18% for men

Divorce is an emotionally charged event – and can be an expensive one. The financial impact of divorce can also last for decades and carry on into older age. Women are also often impacted harder financially by divorce, new research highlights.

Reappraisal of urban living

Posted on July 23, 2021 by - Retirement

Three million people in the UK aged over 50 considering relocating

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to a reappraisal of urban living, with increasing numbers fleeing city confines in search of green space.

‘It’s not what you earn, it’s what you keep’

Posted on July 22, 2021 by - Retirement

The potential impact to your expected retirement income over time

When you’re planning your retirement income, there are multiple factors to consider: how much you can expect from the State Pension, the value of the pensions you have accumulated in your working life, your projected outgoings and your potential later life expenses.

Pension boost

Posted on July 21, 2021 by - Pensions

Are you claiming all of the generous tax relief you’re entitled to?

The unique combination of tax breaks and flexible access available to pensions make them a compelling choice when saving for retirement. One of the key benefits of saving into a pension rather than another type of savings or investment vehicle is the generous tax relief you’re entitled to receive.

Protecting family wealth

Posted on July 16, 2021 by - Financial Planning

Start planning your legacy to mitigate or reduce Inheritance Tax 

If you’ve worked hard throughout your lifetime to grow your wealth, you may hope it will help to safeguard the financial security of your loved ones after you’ve gone. But without careful planning in your lifetime, you could leave them with less than expected after the Inheritance Tax bill is paid. 
 

Retirement planning journey

Posted on July 14, 2021 by - Retirement

What you need to consider at every life stage

When you’re starting out working in your 20s, you may not be thinking about retirement in 40 years’ time. The same goes for your 30s, 40s and even 50s. There is always something on the horizon you could be saving for besides your retirement.

Wealth preservation

Posted on July 12, 2021 by - Financial Planning

How to minimise a Capital Gains Tax bill

The rules around Capital Gains Tax (CGT) are complex and they differ depending on your financial situation. It’s a complicated tax and, as a result, some people may get confused about how much they should expect to pay.

Plan the perfect retirement

Posted on July 9, 2021 by - Retirement

Creating a comfortable, secure retirement takes care and forethought

If you’re 10 to 15 years from retirement, you’re probably starting to think more about how you’ll spend your life after work. You might be contemplating travelling more, dedicating more time to your passions or enjoying more free time with your family.