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Explained: Capital Gains Tax and how you could reduce your liability

Published: September 2, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

The amount HMRC is forecast to collect through Capital Gains Tax is set to more than double between 2024/25 and 2030/31. Find out what’s driving the growth and how you might mitigate a potential tax bill. Continue reading →

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6 useful tips for avoiding headline-driven decisions ahead of the Budget

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

The government will set out its tax, spending and economic plans for the year ahead and beyond on 28 October 2026 in the Autumn Budget. Already speculation about what will be announced is rife. Here’s how to avoid headline-driven decisions. Continue reading →

The psychology behind favouring cash instead of investing

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Psychology could be one reason why some people are reluctant to invest, even when it fits into their wider financial plan. Discover some of the reasons why cash might feel safer and the potential impact of overlooking investing. Continue reading →

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Investment market update: July 2026

Published: August 11, 2026 by Jennifer Armstrong

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East and investor concerns that technology companies are overvalued continued to affect market performance. Find out what other factors may have impacted your investment portfolio in July 2026. Continue reading →

Explained: When Inheritance Tax could apply to gifts

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Gifting assets during your lifetime has become a common strategy for reducing a potential Inheritance Tax (IHT) bill. Yet, gifting doesn’t always mean that assets are excluded from your estate when calculating IHT. Find out what you need to know. Continue reading →