We’re thrilled to unveil the latest addition to our website: a dedicated resource on long-term care planning. From practical guidance on finding care to understanding the importance of a power of attorney, and even tackling common misconceptions, we’ve created a space to help you navigate this crucial aspect of financial planning. Check it out and…
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After more than three decades of providing expert financial advice, Andrew Hannay has retired. A retirement celebration was held at our Melville Street, Edinburgh office with colleagues, clients, family and friends. Throughout his career, Andrew has guided countless individuals and businesses through their financial planning, often building lifelong relationships with clients who have become friends…
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Many of us eagerly await the day we can step away from work for good, envisioning a time filled with freedom and the opportunity to focus on what truly brings us joy. The dream of retirement offers a deeply personal vision – whether that’s adventure, relaxation or simply a slower pace of life. However, while…
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Are you considering delaying your next investment until the market drops? It’s a common notion, particularly among new or even experienced investors. The strategy of ‘timing the market’ – buying stocks when their value is low and selling them when high – may sound like the perfect plan. But even the most successful fund managers…
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We are delighted to announce that with effect from 27th September, we have acquired Robson Macintosh & Company Limited of Manor Place, Edinburgh (RobMac) and welcome them to the Thorntons Wealth family. For existing RobMac clients, you will be contacted shortly with further information about what this means for you. If you have any queries…
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If you are in your 40s or 50s, you have likely contributed to a pension for quite some time. Over the years, you may have accumulated multiple employer workplace pensions. However, when did you last thoroughly examine your pension and retirement strategy? Having a documented retirement plan can help you feel more prepared for this…
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If you’re working, you probably don’t spend much time thinking about what would happen if you couldn’t. It’s easy to assume that life will continue as it is—steady income, bills paid on time, savings growing. But what if illness or injury took you out of work for an extended period? How would you manage? Income…
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As we approach the new government’s first budget on 30th of October it is natural to feel a mix of curiosity and concern about what changes might be on the horizon. There has also been significant speculation in the media, we felt it was important to reach out to our clients to provide an insight…
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On 30 October, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves will deliver the Autumn Budget Statement 2024, accompanied by a comprehensive fiscal statement from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). This significant event comes as the new government, elected to boost economic stability and growth, takes its first important step in addressing the nation’s financial health….
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If you’re in your late 30s or early 40s, retirement might still feel like a distant concern. After all, with the pressures of mortgages, raising children, and day-to-day expenses, planning for your later years can easily slip down the priority list. However, Pension Awareness Week 2024 is here to remind you that now is the…
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