Posts Tagged ‘Financial Planning’

Unbiased financial advice can add thousands to your pension income

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Unbiased financial advice can add thousands to your pension income

From April to June 2010, the difference between the best and worst enhanced annuities would have cut 16.78% off your pensions income. Unbiased financial advice and ‘shopping around’ are essential to obtain the best pension income. Read More

Take independent financial advice on mortgage – FSA

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

The Financial Services Authority is urging homebuyers to take qualified, independent financial advice when choosing a mortgage. Good independent financial advice will ensure that mortgage holders get a deal that is affordable, sustainable, and exactly right for them.

Budget Changes may push 3m more lower rate taxpayers into higher tax net

Monday, June 28th, 2010

The number of higher rate taxpayers will have to double, if government is to sustain budget changes that propose a higher personal tax allowance of £10,000, a leading accountancy firm has claimed. Read More

Inheritance Tax Planning – Shop around before writing a will

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Inheritance tax planning and writing a will can be subject to hidden costs, especially if you appoint an executor to your estate. Consumers are often not made aware of the bill they will receive, and should certainly ‘shop around’, says the Office of Fair Trading. Click headline for further details.

Financial Plan will make your Life complete, psychologists say

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

Financial Plan will make your Life complete, Psychologists say

Having a financial plan with clearly-defined goals gives you a sense of control and reduces money worries. This translates into higher self-esteem, says a new psychologist’s report. Read more by clicking on the headline.

Budget Proposals justified – low Capital Gains Tax costs £1bn, says Cameron

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

Those who turn income into capital cost state £1bn in lost taxes, says the Prime Minister. This would include those whose salary/benefits package includes shares, the sale of which allows them to use their CGT allowances.

Make financial advice routine for all – ABI

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Make financial advice routine for all - ABI

Financial advice should be taken up by all, to build a strong financial plan – but barriers still exist. One answer could be online financial advice, says the Association of British Insurers (ABI).

Top-ups to pension plans – Hurry to beat the Budget!

Friday, June 4th, 2010

The Government is discussing changes in the 40% rate of tax relief on contributions to pension plans. This could include abolishing the 40% rate altogether, and could come into effect with the Budget on 22nd June. Those considering topping up their pension plans may wish to act quickly, in order to beat the Budget!

Investments – do you know your risk profile?

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Investments - do you know your risk profile?

When it comes to investments, do you know your risk profile? Check it right now with our online Investment Risk Profiler Tool. Click headline to learn how

Capital Gains Tax could hit elderly in nursing homes

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Capital Gains Tax could hit elderly in nursing homes

Elderly care home residents could face a hefty capital gains tax bill on selling their home. Are you or your family affected? Click on headline to read more.

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