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Pensions to fall under Inheritance Tax rules from April 2027 How upcoming changes could affect estate valuations and beneficiary payouts In the previous 2024 Autumn Budget, the Chancellor announced that the Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds, which are the amount you can pass on when you die before IHT is due, will remain unchanged until 2030. […]
keep readingAre you holding too much in cash? Falling inflation and rate cuts could change how savers think about their money Cash is often regarded as a safe haven in personal finance. It’s accessible and protected from stock market fluctuations, and rising interest rates have made savings accounts more attractive. However, while a cash buffer offers […]
keep readingWhen is the right time to invest? Why market timing rarely works – and why long‑term consistency matters Some people delay investing because they’re waiting for “the right moment.” The idea of buying when prices are low and selling when they’re high seems sensible in theory, but in practice, it’s very difficult to perform. Even […]
keep readingUnlocking financial freedom Save, invest and grow your wealth for a secure future A Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a type of personal pension that provides you with greater control over how and where your retirement savings are invested. While it operates similarly to a standard personal pension by allowing you to save, invest and […]
keep readingEvolution of bonds Increasing awareness of intergenerational wealth transfer A significant proportion of people (47%) plan to pass on their wealth to future generations, with over a third (38%) intending to transfer assets directly to their children, according to a new report[1]. However, many are unaware of how to do this in a tax-efficient way. […]
keep readingShow me the money £102.3 billion withdrawn flexibly from pension pots since 2015 Seven in ten people who withdrew funds from their pensions over the last decade were under 65, according to recent findings from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The data highlights concerns about accessing retirement pots before reaching the State Pension […]
keep readingIs it time to invest in your grandchildren’s future? Protect their future with strategic planning to leave a lasting legacy Investing for your grandchildren isn’t just about giving wealth; it’s about creating opportunities and stability for their futures. Whether it helps fund further education, a home deposit or even retirement, strategic planning enables you to […]
keep readingWho will inherit your pension? Find out now! Understanding the importance of nominating a beneficiary A new study reveals a startling insight. As many as one in six (15%) individuals with a partner are unclear about who will receive their pension savings if they pass away before accessing them[1]. Even more concerning, this figure rises […]
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