Cash flow as a concept is more commonly used in the world of business, but having a steady flow of income and outgoings in your personal life is just as essential. Understanding and managing your cash flow is important for financial stability and recent events have meant that many of Read more…
In recent years, the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ has become an increasingly vital resource for first-time property buyers. Recent research by the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) has revealed that half of first-time buyers now rely on financial support from their parents to secure deposits for property purchases. The Read more…
The Bank of England’s (BOEs) decision to maintain the base interest rate at 5.25 per cent for the third consecutive time in December, following a series of fourteen increases in less than two years, has significant implications for savers. Since December 2021, interest rates went from a historic low of Read more…
The recent surge in pension tax relief, exceeding £50 billion for the first time, marks a significant opportunity for savers to enhance their retirement funds. This £14 billion increase over five years highlights the importance of strategic pension contributions and the effective use of tax reliefs. Boosting contributions In the Read more…
The recent calls by the Association of Consulting Actuaries (ACA) and the Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) to retain the exemption of UK pension schemes from clearing obligation resonate deeply with our philosophy of prudent financial management and risk avoidance. The importance of the exemption Currently, pension schemes are exempt Read more…