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Running a family business is more than just a job. It demands time, energy, money, and unwavering commitment. With endless tasks from bookkeeping to administration, and many people depending on the business, it’s easy to let future planning slide. But if such conversations and plans remain at the bottom of your to-do list, the continuity […]
Category: Financial Planning
Economic Update The end of dollar hegemony? Recent weakness in financial markets has been accompanied by a sell-off in the US dollar. Along with falls in equities and bonds, the dollar has fallen to its lowest level since 2022. At one point in April, it was down over 9% against a basket of currencies since […]
Category: Financial Planning
As you progress through your career and continue earning more money, you may have already taken the time to understand how the UK’s tax system works. Much of it is relatively straightforward. However, for higher earners, a particular quirk can mean you face a larger-than-expected bill: the “60% tax trap”. This feature of the Income […]
Category: Financial Planning, Investment management
If you’ve been paying attention to news in the past year, you’ll likely know that Inheritance Tax (IHT) has been a significant topic of debate, especially following the 2024 Autumn Budget. Delivered on 30 October 2024, this was the Labour Party’s first Budget in 14 years. The new chancellor, Rachel Reeves, announced £40 billion in […]
Category: Financial Planning