More anticipated and surrounded by speculation and dubbed the ‘hokey cokey budget’ by Speaker of the House, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, the budget has finally been delivered, albeit earlier than intended, after the OBR accidentally released…
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When it comes to securing a new mortgage deal, whether you’re a first‑time buyer, moving home, or coming to the end of a low five‑year fixed rate you locked in back in 2021, today’s mortgage…
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We have seen decent returns across various asset classes over the last quarter, building on what has been a strong year in general for stock markets, notwithstanding the Trump Tariffs ‘blip’ in early April, which…
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Believe it or not, there are currently 92 active unicorn companies headquartered in the UK. No, we’re not talking about mythical creatures with horns; we’re referring to privately owned start-ups valued at over £708,000. In…
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Since Labour took the reins in the summer of 2024, there’s been a quiet but persistent sense of unease across the country, a collective bracing for the next big tax or pension shake-up. Among those…
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As the dust settles following your recent rotation, now is the perfect time to take a breath, take stock of your finances and start thinking about an emergency fund. And no, it’s not just for…
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Let’s face it, for many young people getting on the property ladder these days feels a bit like trying to win the lottery while juggling flaming pineapples. Without the “Bank of Mum and Dad” (BoMaD),…
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A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a powerful legal tool allowing someone you trust (the ‘attorney’) to make decisions on your behalf. One area where this authority can come into play is gifting. There…
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