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By Justin Rourke

5th November 2024

Don’t panic! Unpacking the 2024 Autumn Budget

There are two clear headlines for financial planners and our clients from the Autumn Budget - unused pensions are to become subject to Inheritance Tax, while Capital Gains Tax rates have increased and the ISA allowance was ignored. 

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By Justin Rourke

30th October 2024

Autumn Budget 2024: Inheritance Tax

There is no doubt the Autumn Budget 2024 will be a very difficult budget to digest for many people, particularly those who have already taken risks and been diligent with their financial planning.

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By Justin Rourke

25th September 2024

Speculation mounting ahead of 2024 Autumn Budget

Ahead of Labour’s first budget, speculation in many news reports has gathered pace - suggesting that it could be especially grim -  and Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, has now laid the groundwork to ensure we won’t be surprised by tax hikes. 

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By Emma Copley

19th September 2024

How does the reduction in CGT exemption affect your investments?

Previously, individuals could realise gains up to £12,300 without incurring any Capital Gains Tax. With the exemption now at £3,000, more investors will find themselves liable for CGT on gains that would have previously been exempt.

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By Chelsea Whittock

12th September 2024

The importance of pension planning for young people

Most retirees are in receipt of pensions - whether this is via drawdown or annuities – and nearly everyone will find themselves relying on monies set aside in their earlier working lives to support them in retirement. For this reason, pensions are just as important - perhaps even more so - to young people as they are to those approaching retirement.

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By Paul Moody

5th September 2024

Should I invest in a buy-to-let property or a pension?

Pensions and the purchase of buy-to-let property continue to be popular investment vehicles for retirement planning.

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By Emma Copley

4th September 2024

Opting out - Why you should stay in your workplace pension

The cost-of-living crisis has caused many individuals and their families to review and prioritise their outgoings, which may also have led to them thinking whether it is a good idea to remain in a workplace pension. Here, we challenge some of the reasons people might give when choosing to stop their pension contributions.

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By Justin Rourke

31st July 2024

Speculation over 30% pension tax relief: what could this mean for you?

Recent media reports suggest the Chancellor may introduce a new flat rate of 30% tax relief on pension contributions and should the rumours prove true, it may leave no or very little time for those impacted to act.

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By Armstrong Watson

18th July 2024

Armstrong Watson becomes first UK accounting firm to join Institute of Customer Service

Armstrong Watson is is aiming to be recognised as  “the best financial advisory firm to deal with, delivering the best client experience in the UK" and has become the first accounting firm to join The Institute of Customer Service

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By Nick Birtle

18th July 2024

Don’t forget pensions when you divorce

There are so many things to consider in a divorce, with home and support naturally the first you would focus on. It’s also important that people think of valuable assets, such as pensions, when considering how they split their money.

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