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Trusting that your investments are progressing toward your objectives is vital, allowing you to concentrate on the things you value most in life. This is why building a diversified portfolio is crucial to any successful investment strategy. Diversifying your investment portfolio can limit your exposure to any single type of asset, therefore helping to reduce…
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As you enter your 50s, retirement is no longer a distant dream but a rapidly approaching reality. Ensuring that your investments work diligently to secure the lifestyle you envision for your golden years is crucial. By optimising your financial strategy now, you can confidently retire according to your personal goals and aspirations. Defining your retirement…
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When making contributions to your pension, it’s important to keep in mind that there’s a limit to how much you can contribute each year without incurring additional taxes. This limit is known as the pension Annual Allowance. On 6 April 2023, new pension legislation came into effect, presenting significant opportunities for various individuals. Among other…
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Are you concerned about the impact of Inheritance Tax (IHT) on your estate? It’s natural to want to leave behind a legacy for your loved ones, but, without the right plan in place, a significant portion of your wealth could be subject to Inheritance Tax. With IHT affecting more and more families, it’s crucial to…
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Semi-retirement is an option to consider for individuals who may not be ready to fully retire, but still wish to reduce their work hours and gradually phase out working life. By choosing to semi-retire, you can maintain a good work-life balance while still earning an income. Many people choose to semi-retire as it allows them…
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If you are a UK resident planning for your retirement, it’s important to be aware of the State Pension changes that have taken effect in the new tax year. From April, the amount you can now receive as part of the UK State Pension has risen, which will be welcome news to those who have…
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Earth Month takes place in April each year. This annual awareness month is an opportunity to raise awareness and promote environmental action needed to protect Earth’s natural resources for future generations. As a business we chose to subscribe to Ecologi on behalf of each and every one of our staff. Our funding directly supports…
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Many adults understand the need for financial resilience and taking out insurance to protect their incomes in case of sickness or accident. However, too many self-employed people do not have any cover to help them should they be unable to work and are increasingly likely to choose to carry on working despite illness or injury….
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No matter what stage of life you’re in, it’s never too early or late to start planning for your retirement. By taking a personalised approach, you can develop a retirement plan that will work for you throughout your life. At every stage of our life it can be difficult to take time to think about our…
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Our Aberdeen team moved offices over the weekend, we are now at 1 Rubislaw Place Aberdeen AB10 1XN Its looking good!
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