Why Wealth Management
During my long career as a financial adviser, I have always periodically reviewed many of my clients’ plans. Sometimes I have advised on the merits of moving their pension, investments or protection plans to an alternative provider. The reasons may have been to reduce costs, to access useful features, or to move into better funds […]
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The problem with Cash ISAs
If you’ve got a cash ISA, you will already know that the interest rates are incredibly low and that your returns are negligible. Cash ISAs were a great innovation. They followed on from the highly successful TESSAs (Tax exempt special savings accounts). These products encouraged many people to start saving by offering good levels of […]
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What is wealth management?
Wealth management is a phrase which you may have come across before. Essentially it’s a self-explanatory term with quite an obvious meaning. However, it can mean different things to different people. So, let me explain what we mean when we refer to the ‘Professional Wealthcare Wealth Management Service’.
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Market Commentary April 2017
Rayner Spencer Mills Research Limited is a respected investment research company. They provide independent research of investment funds and analyse the people, processes and capabilities behind the investment decisions. This quarterly market summary provides a snapshot of their current market commentary. This is nice ‘easy reading’ avoiding getting bogged down with industry jargon. We hope […]
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Market Commentary January 2017
Rayner Spencer Mills Research Limited is a respected investment research company. They provide independent research of investment funds and analyse the people, processes and capabilities behind the investment decisions. This quarterly market summary provides a snapshot of their current market commentary. This is nice ‘easy reading’ avoiding getting bogged down with industry jargon. We hope […]
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Independent Financial Advice
What is an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA)?
An IFA is a professional adviser who will consider every aspect of your personal and financial situation and will give you advice that is tailored to you. If an IFA recommends a product (for example a pension or investment) he can offer you the best choice from the whole of the market.
Unlike a free guidance service or information you may find online, the advice provided by an IFA will take account of your personal circumstances and will make clear recommendations.
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What do those who have already retired wish they had done?
If you are retired, what do you wish you had done differently? If you’re not yet retired, wouldn’t you be interested to know what retired people wish they had done differently?
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Will you be a burden on your children?
I’m sure we all want to give our children the very best, but my observation is that many parents are storing up problems for the future. Let me explain:
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How far would you get on £81.60 a week?
Unfortunately, you’d soon find out if you became too ill to work. You might be surprised to find that Statutory Sick Pay is only £81.60 a week. These days, that’s just about enough to fill up the average family car.
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Junior ISA
The Government have recently announced draft regulations for the new Junior ISA. This is due to be launched on 1st November 2011. If you are considering saving for your child or grandchild, you should be aware of this new tax efficient savings opportunity.
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