Don’t fall for a pension scam
Frank Field, Labour MP and chair of an influential parliamentary committee, has called for legislative action to help keep pension savings safe. This comes after... Learn More
Securing your company’s future
Business Protection is a crucial element in a company’s financial future, but how many have cover in place? According to a study from Legal &... Learn More
Freehold or leasehold: the ins and outs
When buying a property, you can do so either on a leasehold or freehold basis and there are important differences to be aware of before... Learn More
Going, going, gone to the auction!
If you think property auctions are only for professional property developers or investors think again. They can be a great place to pick up a... Learn More
Financial wellbeing in retirement
Financial wellbeing is an important factor when it comes to being able to enjoy life. While we’re earning, it’s possible to secure the living standards... Learn More
With protection comes choice
How many times have you heard the phrase “It won’t happen to me” when it comes to the chances of suffering a serious illness? Unfortunately,... Learn More
What’s your General Insurance start date?
When you’re in the process of buying a house, you might think the best time for your Home Insurance cover to kick in is on... Learn More
The path ahead for the global economy
Much has happened to keep us busy in 2018 so far, but there’s plenty to come in the second half of the year in terms... Learn More
The importance of diversification
With ISA season comes the usual fanfare in the money pages about which investments will deliver the best returns – peppered with the usual important... Learn More
It happened to him
Don’t let the ‘it won’t happen to me’ approach affect your decision on whether or not to take out critical illness cover. David thought he... Learn More
Auto-enrolment update
It’s reasonable to suggest that auto enrolment has been a major success story. In fact, more than 1 million employers and 9 million employees have... Learn More
Is now the right time to fix?
November 2017 saw the Bank of England raise interest rates for the first time in a decade, from 0.25 per cent to 0.5 per cent,... Learn More
Spring Statement
March has traditionally been the month for Budgets, but no longer. In Autumn 2016 the then new Chancellor, Philip Hammond made clear he thought the... Learn More
Taking a global view
Keeping your investments close to home may have its advantages, but only by looking globally can you be sure you’re making the most of diversification.... Learn More
Valuations vs Surveys
Buying a house… is a valuation sufficient, or should you opt for a full structural survey? Buying a house is probably the biggest financial purchase... Learn More
The value of protection
Buying a new home is possibly one of life’s biggest and most exciting events. It’s also a major financial commitment – one that could be... Learn More
Critical Illness cover can make a difference
If you’ve ever turned down a recommendation of critical illness because you can’t see the value of it, this real-life case study might make you... Learn More
Let Property Campaign
If you let out a residential property but haven’t declared the rental income, you might be interested in a new campaign from HM Revenue &... Learn More
Interest Rate Rise
In 2007 Bulgaria and Romania joined the European Union, Lewis Hamilton got his first drive in Formula 1 partnering with Fernando Alonso at McLaren, the... Learn More
High inflation hits workers and savers
Employment is at a record high, but UK workers are starting to feel the squeeze as wages fall below inflation for the first time since... Learn More
Plugging the protection gap
If you’re one of the increasing number of people who’ve become self-employed in recent years, you may have found the switch has left you without... Learn More
Investment advice – what a relief!
Every client we meet has a unique and varied range of financial planning needs, so it’s important to establish priorities as the first step towards... Learn More
Protecting your mortgage repayments
We think protection advice is imperative when you have a home or family you want to protect. So, talk to us about a mortgage and... Learn More
Are you retiring soon?
If you are planning on retiring soon there are a few things you may like to consider before you make any important decisions. Gather all... Learn More
Pension Advice Allowance
Financial decisions affecting your retirement income will be among the most important you’ll make during your lifetime and investing in timely financial advice could provide... Learn More
Buying for the first time?
For first time buyers, getting onto the property ladder may seem like a daunting process, but there is help available. With demand outstripping supply in... Learn More