With an increasing focus on Inheritance Tax (IHT) and upcoming changes to the rules around trusts, wealthy families are exploring new methods of investing and protecting their assets. One increasingly popular method for achieving this is through the foundation of a Family Investment Company (FIC). What is a Family Investment Company? A Family Investment Company […]

Over 200,000 pensioners – mostly women – are expected to receive letters from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) informing them that they are entitled to a payment of £5,000. The payments are due following errors made by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) resulting in underpayments to state pensions. Those mainly impacted by the […]

Recent surveys indicate a mounting concern among British citizens regarding their retirement savings. As the cost-of-living crisis continues and the economy stays unpredictable, many people are worried they won’t have enough money to retire comfortably. The latest research from Wealth at Work revealed that 39 per cent of employees think they will never be able […]

The Bank of England has once again voted to keep interest rates at 5.25 per cent – a 16-year high. However, the minutes from the Bank’s most recent rate-setting committee suggest that they are looking to cut interest rates this August. If true, this would be the first drop in borrowing costs for more than […]

The UK’s consumer confidence grew again in May, with people continuing to see a brighter future for their finances. This is according to the Consumer Confidence Index from researchers GfK. They saw a two-point increase from April to May regarding people’s feelings about their economic situation. The Consumer Confidence Index provides insight into how UK […]

Recent research from MetLife UK has revealed that over half (52 per cent) of working parents have no form of financial protection. This means should they find themselves needing to take time off work to look after their unwell child they will have no additional financial support. The data highlighted that of the individuals without […]

According to an Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey from May 2024, 55 per cent of adults across Great Britain reported an increase in their cost of living compared to April. The data showed that 42 per cent of people said their cost of living had remained the same, and the other three per cent […]

Introduced in November 2021, Long-Term Asset Funds (LTAFs) are a relatively new category of UK-authorised and regulated open-ended fund vehicles. They are specifically designed to facilitate investments in long-term, less liquid assets while offering access to retail investors. This integration is achieved by aligning the liquidity of the asset with the frequency of redemptions, underpinned […]

Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes have long been a cornerstone of retirement planning in the UK, offering retirees a guaranteed income based on their salary and years of service. However, the sustainability of these schemes is under scrutiny due to evolving regulatory landscapes and financial pressures. Challenges ahead for DB pensions Recent discussions by MPs […]

With the start of the next tax year a recent memory, many of us will be looking to find the best ISA deal to make the most of the new year’s £20,000 allowance. New rules mean that you can now put money into the same type of ISA with different providers, so you may be […]