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Capital Gains Tax reaches record highs. Here are 5 tips to reduce your bill
In the 2019/20 tax year, taxpayers paid a record amount of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to HMRC. If you could face a CGT bill, there are some things you can do to reduce it. According to Which?, individuals paid £9.9 billion in CGT in 2019/20, up from £9.5 billion in the...
Has your income increased? Here’s why you should boost your pension contributions
Almost a fifth (18%) of UK adults said their income had increased in the three months to June 2021, according to an LV= survey. As the pressure of lockdown eases, employees are also less worried about losing their job or being able to find work. If you have more...
Why you need to complete an expression of wishes alongside your will
You may have thought about who you’d like to benefit from your assets when you pass away and written a will to ensure your wishes are carried out. However, you may have overlooked what you’d like to happen to your pension. As you’ll be paying into your pension over...
How to have a positive impact and volunteer from home
Traditionally, volunteering has been associated with getting out of your home and having a positive impact on your local community. But technology means it’s easier than ever to donate your time and skills without having to set foot outside your front door. Covid-19...
Why your attention is your most precious resource
When you think about what your most precious resource is, you might say money or even time. Yet an author recently proposed a different resource that you may be overlooking: your attention. With so many distractions in modern life, attention has become important. How...
7 tips for employers embracing the flexible working trend
Employees are placing greater importance on flexible working. For business owners, embracing the trend could help them retain staff and attract new talent. However, while flexible working has benefits, it can also present challenges. Read on to discover some tips if...
Should you consider ditching your car on World Car-Free Day?
Wednesday 22 September is this year’s World Car-Free Day, which is designed to promote increased use of public transport and environmentally friendly transport alternatives. It encourages motorists around the world to avoid the use of their car for one day, with some...
Equity release: As house prices soar, here’s what you need to consider first
House prices have soared. Your home could be one of your largest assets, but the wealth is largely inaccessible. With prices rising, it’s not surprising that some retirees are planning to use their homes to fund retirement through equity release. Before you start the...
5 beautiful places to consider if you’re thinking about buying a holiday home in the UK
Travel restrictions this summer mean more Brits have been choosing to book a staycation. The UK is filled with stunning destinations to explore, and you may be thinking about buying your own holiday home to escape to in 2021 and beyond. But with so many locations to...
First-time buyers, here’s what lenders look at when assessing your mortgage application
When you submit your mortgage application, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. Being rejected by a lender could mean you lose the house you’ve put an offer on. Understanding what banks and other lenders are looking out for can give you confidence when you submit...
How have homes (and their prices) changed over the decades?
Today, homes are likely to be packed with technology to make day-to-day life easier and provide a plethora of entertainment with just a few taps of a button. When you look back over the last 50 years, the commonplace items and even the design of homes have changed...
Should you use savings to help children pay for university?
Over your child’s life, you may have built up a nest egg to give them a helping hand as they become independent. If they’re planning to go to university, you may be thinking about using these savings so they don’t need to take out a student loan, but is that the best...
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