Investment market update: May 2022
Investment markets in May experienced volatility amid concerns that economies could fall into a recession as inflation pressure remains high. While it is completely natural to be worried about the volatility investments have experienced in recent times, it is important to consider this in the long-term context. Over the long term, a well-diversified investment strategy […]
8 key tax allowances have shrunk by 6% in the last decade
Key tax allowances like the Personal Allowance and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) annual exempt amount can help your money go further. As research shows that overall tax allowances have been cut, it’s more important than ever to understand what allowances make sense for you, and how they can complement your financial plan. According to calculations […]
Explained: The social care cap and what it means for you
Next year, Boris Johnson’s social care cap will be introduced. So, what is it and what does it mean for you? The social care cap limits how much an individual will pay for care during their lifetime. It will start in October 2023. The cap is £86,000, but it may not be as generous as […]
52% of savers don’t understand the effects of inflation, and millions think they’ll be better off. Here’s why it can harm your savings
Inflation has been in the news for months now, as the rate increases. While you may notice the effects inflation has on the price of goods when you visit the supermarket, it can be more difficult to understand how and why it’ll affect things like your savings. More than half of cash savers don’t know […]
Total tax collected from exceeding the pension Lifetime Allowance is set to reach almost £1.5 billion annually
Successive cuts to the Lifetime Allowance (LTA) and a freeze means that more people than ever could face an unexpected tax bill when they access their pension. The LTA is the total amount a person can build up in pension benefits without incurring tax charges. Since it was introduced in the 2006/07 tax year, there […]
Two-thirds of retirees are planning a flexible retirement, but many don’t understand the potential tax implications
More retirees are planning to work in some way after they retire. While this flexibility can boost your income and help you strike a work-life balance that suits you, it can lead to some tax implications that you need to consider. According to a report from abrdn, just a third of people retiring in 2022 […]
