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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Retirement may be edging further away for NHS doctors and dentists. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall recently announced the return of an independent Pensions Commission, originally launched under Tony Blair, to help future-proof the…
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You’ve probably heard the saying: “Everything is a dream until you decide to make it happen.” And it’s true. Many of us dream of financial freedom – the freedom to choose where we live, how…
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With the latest NHS pay awards now confirmed, it’s a good time to review how these changes could affect both your pension contributions and overall tax planning as medical professionals. Whether you’re contributing to the…
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