by hollyelaine | Oct 11, 2024 | budget, government, labour, october, pensions, taxfreelumpsum, UK
After 14 years of Conservative leadership, Labour’s July 2024 general election victory means that it is the new chancellor, Rachel Reeves, who will deliver the UK’s Autumn Budget next month. Having already spoken at length about the £22 billion “black hole” in the...
by hollyelaine | Nov 2, 2023 | budget, economy, stock market, Uncategorised
A look at the FTSE All-Share Index over the last 25 years highlights two key points about stock market investing: Z Short-term volatility is to be expected Z The general trend of markets is upward Despite visible dips coinciding with (among other events) the Iraq War,...
by hollyelaine | Mar 29, 2023 | annuities, pensions, provider, retirement
The financial planning landscape is filled with numerous professionals, but only a select few manage to consistently rise to the top based on customer reviews and satisfaction. One such exceptional financial adviser is Brian Flindall, the founder of Credencis, a...
by hollyelaine | Feb 13, 2023 | budget, long term care, pensions
It depends on your individual financial situation and goals. Consider the following factors before consolidating pensions: Z Fees and charges associated with each pension Z Investment options and performance of each pension Z Access to pension benefits e.g. age,...
by hollyelaine | Jun 22, 2021 | pensions, retirement
Since the introduction of auto-enrolment, as a company director, you have been obliged to make contributions to your employees’ pensions. But what about your own retirement provision? You can make contributions as an individual or via your limited company and claim...
