Last week proved a mixed affair for equity markets. Global equities ended down 1.2% in local currency terms but up 1.4% in sterling terms. There was also a marked divergence … Read More
Fangs are Out
UK assets had a good week, with a further reversal of the sell-off caused by the mini-budget. The pound rose 3.8% against the dollar and is now back up to … Read More
What is equity release
EQUITY RELEASE CAN BE HELPFUL IN MANY WAYS. FROM PAYING OFF THE REMAINDER OF YOUR MORTGAGE, TO BUYING A HOLIDAY HOME, TO SETTING UP YOUR CHILDREN OR GRANDCHILDREN FOR THE … Read More
About Turn
Last week proved to be yet another week of high drama. While the UK was clearly the epicentre, the US inflation numbers mid-week also did their best to grab the … Read More
How to improve your financial health
General principles to help you attain specific goals The cost of living crisis is putting immense pressure on many households across the country. In order to make ends meet, some … Read More
A Game of Two Halves
Last week was very much a week of two halves. Global equities staged a sharp 5% bounce early on, only then to unwind a good part of that gain and … Read More
Starting a family
What steps to take to prepare financially Having a baby is one of the most exciting, life-changing events that you’ll ever experience. But along with the joy and happiness that … Read More
Don’t Panic
The natural instinct in turbulent times like these is to press the panic button – sell any investments which could potentially fall further and retreat to the safety of cash. … Read More
What should I do with my inheritance?
Scenario: “I have recently inherited £30,000, which is quite overwhelming for a millennial. I am currently working and have a one-year-old. I would like to know what I could do … Read More
How much will you need to retire?
Quarter of savers approaching retirement at risk of not having an ‘adequate pension’ One of the biggest mistakes you can make is not saving enough for your retirement. This can … Read More