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New reforms set to simplify divorce in England and Wales

Divorce will become easier thanks to a change in the law from 6 April, but even with a more amicable split, financial advice is still vital. 

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Repayment of student loans: another freeze... and worse

The government is turning the financial screws on student loans and is set to claw back £2.3 billion under the guise of high inflation. These changes pose a significant, and potentially expensive, dilemma for those with…

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Two weeks that shook the world: reacting to Ukraine

The invasion of Ukraine has shaken emotions and certainties as the world watch a growing humanitarian disaster. The reactions of global markets, which had misread President Putin’s strategy as much as many politicians,…

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Holding back the years: the new State Pension Age dilemma

The government has nearly finished its review of the next stage of State Pension Age (SPA) increases. But changes to life expectancy figures pose a significant, and potentially expensive, dilemma.

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Learning lessons from the UK dividends bounce back

New research shows that UK dividend payments rebounded strongly in 2021, but still remain below their pre-pandemic level. The experience of the last two years holds important lessons for investors.

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Happy new (tax) year?

We’re now in the year of the Tiger according to the Chinese zodiac, which can symbolise resilience and strength. That may well be required after Wednesday 6 April ushers in the new 2022/23 tax year.

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Not quite as safe as houses – the rising cost of bricks and mortar

House prices rose by around 10% in 2021 – their fastest pace in 15 years – but that is no guarantee of what may come in 2022. Relying on bricks and mortar to boost your finances may no longer be as attractive as it…

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The patchwork effect of rising inflation

2021 ended with inflation sitting at 5.4%, but it may not have felt like that to you. 

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Focus on tax year-end planning

With Christmas and New Year behind us, tax year-end planning should now be on your radar.

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Lessons from rising inflation and interest rates

As 2021 drew to a close, inflation finally forced the Bank of England’s hand. What will higher rates mean for you?

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