Posted on June 10, 2020
If you’re investing – especially for major goals years away, such as retirement – you can’t afford to ignore the corrosive effect rising prices can have on the value of your assets. Is inflation finally returning to Western economies, aided by the ‘Trumpflation effect’? It’s been described as a ‘hidden tax’ because of the consistent…
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Posted on May 27, 2020
Fraudsters are exploiting fears over the COVID-19 pandemic to target pension savers and investors. The Pensions Regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Money and Pensions Service have issued a joint statement urging people not to make rash pension decisions in the wake of the global pandemic, as criminals try to exploit public fears…
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Posted on May 27, 2020
Given the current situation during this difficult and unsettling time with coronavirus (COVID-19), it’s important to think about how secure the future of your family or business would be in the event that you were no longer around. Understandably we would rather not think of the time when we’re no longer around, but this crisis…
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Posted on May 27, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is first and foremost a human tragedy, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. It is also having a growing impact on the global economy. The markets have been extremely volatile as investors weigh the effect of the coronavirus against measures aimed at easing its economic impact. Therefore, it’s hard to say…
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Posted on May 19, 2020
We’ve pulled together our latest financial guidance factsheets which are available for you to download below. Each one focuses on a different financial aspect to help you achieve your financial goals. If there is anything you are unsure about, please contact one of our independent financial advisers here who can provide you with further financial…
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Posted on May 18, 2020
It’s important we continue to focus on long-term investing; “time in the market, not timing the market”. During this difficult time, fear and worry are understandable, particularly as the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak led to the biggest daily drop in the FTSE 100 since the financial crisis of 1987. Trying to second-guess the impact of events…
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Posted on May 18, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is having a widespread impact across all aspects of financial life, including retirement plans. The current global stock market turbulence, as a consequence of COVID-19, will no doubt be concerning for individuals whose pension savings are invested partly or fully during these volatile market conditions. However, making decisions based on what’s happening…
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Posted on May 7, 2020
The latest edition of our TIPS financial magazine is now available to download form our website. It’s been a very challenging time for many of our clients, their families, their employees and the wider business community. During this difficult time, we hope you’re staying safe. The ongoing news of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic…
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Posted on April 27, 2020
We realise these are uncertain times for all so we’ve put together some factsheets to provide you with some financial guidance during the coronavirus pandemic. Our independent financial advisers are still available to speak with should you have any questions or need advice on your financial plans and goals.
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Posted on April 23, 2020
There are currently a lot of coronavirus investment scams out there; if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Fraudsters are getting more sophisticated, particularly with investment scams. They can be articulate and financially knowledgeable, with credible websites, testimonials and materials that are hard to distinguish from the real thing. From simple…
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Posted on April 23, 2020
Income protection insurance may never have been as important as right now. How would you pay the bills if you were sick or injured and couldn’t work? There is a growing unease about the economic fallout of coronavirus (COVID-19), with many businesses laying off contractors and putting staff on extended leave, as well as natural…
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Posted on April 23, 2020
The Government has introduced measures for protecting renters affected by coronavirus. No rent in either social or private accommodation will be forced out of their home. This radical package of measures protects renters and landlords. Serving notice to end the tenancy From 26 March 2020, landlords now have to give all renters three months; notice…
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