

Financial Advice Blog – Adviser Insight
Who Can Pay Pension Contributions? A Guide to Tax Relief and Eligibility
Get clear pension planning advice on who can pay into your pension, how tax relief works, and what rules apply to contributions from employers or third parties.
Flood Risk in the UK: 6.3 Million Homes Now at Risk
With millions of homes now exposed to rising flood risk, experts warn that climate change could make the threat even greater. Find out how to protect your property.
Equity Release – “cause for optimism”
The equity release market is on the rise again. Discover what’s driving renewed confidence and how homeowners are using property wealth in smarter ways.
Navigating Uncertainty
In uncertain times, it’s vital to avoid knee-jerk reactions and focus on long-term goals. Discover how tailored investment planning advice can help you stay on track.
Investment megatrends for 2025 and beyond
Discover the key investment megatrends shaping 2025 and beyond, from AI and energy demand to shifting demographics. Learn how these powerful shifts create new opportunities for your financial future.
IHT receipts continue their ascent
Inheritance Tax receipts surged to £6.3bn in 2024, up 11% on the previous year, with further rises expected. Find out what this means for your estate and how to protect your loved ones.
Why ISA Tax Benefits Matter More Than Ever in 2025
The dividend allowance for 2024/25 (and 2025/26) is now just £500 – enough to cover only the average dividends from about £15,000 of UK shares. Read on to find out more...
The Growing Retirement Savings Gap – Are You at Risk?
The Scottish Widows has just published its 21st annual retirement report, examining the state of retirement provision among the UK’s working age population...
2025 Stamp Duty Changes Explained
From 1 April 2025, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates will reverted to the thresholds prevailing before temporary increases were put in place in September 2022. What will it mean for homebuyers?
Financial Planning for the New Tax Year
The new tax year is a great opportunity to take charge of your finances and set yourself up for financial peace of mind by knowing you have a plan in place.
Transfer window
Recently published numbers suggest the long-heralded ‘great wealth transfer’ is now firmly underway, which inevitably heightens the need for carefully considered intergenerational financial planning...
Changes to National Insurance contributions (NICs)
In line with speculation, following reductions to NICs announced during the Autumn Statement, the Chancellor announced further changes...
What’s the best way to add value to your home?
If you’re looking to sell this year, you might be looking for some home improvement tips to add extra value to your home before listing. Here's some ways how...
Retirement living costs …minimum, moderate or comfortable
The PLSA’s Retirement Living Standards report details what levels of income retirees will need to live either a ‘minimum,’ ‘moderate’ or ‘comfortable’ life in retirement...
Planning children’s financial futures
You may want to consider investing in your child’s future savings to build something significant they can call on in later life.
Get the right house value with a property survey
Nobody wants to pay too much for their home. Getting the right property survey can give you peace of mind that you are paying a fair price.
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