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Our aim is to keep Clients abreast of the things that matter, wherever in the world you may be.

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    Articles

    Ongoing Client communication is at the heart of our service. We regularly publish thought leadership pieces and deliver regular market commentaries and portfolio reports.

    Pensioners boosted by promise to re-instate triple lock

    Pensioners are in line for a £733 boost to the state pension next year, after the Government promised to reinstate the state pension “triple lock”.

    The National Insurance Tax Rise and What It Means

    The UK government raised the rate of National Insurance (NI) by 1.25 percentage points as of Wednesday 6 April. Here’s what the changes to NI mean for you.

    Words of Advice from the Financial Greats

    In the context of finance and investment, there are a number of financial greats who have imparted their wisdom that has stood the test of time.

    Podcast: how we beat inflation in the 1970s – now can we do it again?

    With inflation rising there are worries we could be in for a damaging repeat of the 1970s. Keith Wade, Schroders Chief Economist, explains what happened and why it’s still relevant now.

    Property & Mortgage Outlook – April 2022

    Currently, housing demand remains at an all-time high with demand considerably outweighing supply and a reported six or more offers at the asking price or above for the most desirable properties.

    Spring Statement Highlights

    While the Chancellor’s two previous announcements were dominated by Covid-19 support measures, this year’s Spring Statement was very much focused on addressing the cost of living crisis and was not the mini budget that some had predicted.

    Base rate rises to 0.75 percent

    To nobody’s surprise, the Bank of England has made its third consecutive increase in base rate, taking it up to 0.75%.

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    Please find below our current Client brochure alongside a selection of takeaway guides relating to different areas of financial planning.

    Client Brochure - Who We Are

    An introduction to Finura, detailing how we work and what you can expect as a Client of Finura.

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    Your Autumn Statement Summary 2023

    An overview of the all the taxation changes announced in the most recent budget.

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    Your Guide to Tax Planning 2023/24

    A brief guide on 7 key areas of tax planning that should be taken into account during the current tax year.

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    Your Guide To ISAs

    When we save for the future we want our money to grow as much as possible. One of the easiest ways to maximise returns is to invest your money via an individual savings account, or ISA.

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    Your Guide To Sustaining Your Retirement Income

    Many factors contribute to a successful retirement; figuring what you are going to do with your time, keeping physically and mentally active, and managing your financial resources in a way that helps you achieve what matters to you.

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    Your Guide to Care Fees Planning

    A guide to help you navigate your way through the process of care fees when suddenly faced with a family member who needs care.

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    Your Guide to Family Wealth Preservation

    Inheritance tax is not just for the extremely wealthy. Rising property prices have meant more estates than ever are likely to face an inheritance tax bill. Here is a guide that will give you an idea on how you can plan ahead.

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    Your Guide to Climate Change

    As scientists continue to monitor how our efforts are impacting weather patterns and the surface temperature of the planet, economists have also been paying closer attention to how it will affect investment returns.

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    Market Reviews

    Monthly Market Commentary – June 2021

    A look back at markets in Q2, when stocks made further gains and the US Federal Reserve hinted at future policy tightening.

    Monthly Market Commentary – May 2021

    A look back at markets in May when shares moved up on re-opening and vaccine optimism, although rising inflation sparked some concerns.

    Monthly Market Commentary – April 2021

    A look back at markets in April when shares gained with the US leading the way.

    Quarterly Reports

    Market Review – Quarter 4 2015

    A Q4 economic and market overview to help you stay informed of global themes that could impact your portfolios.

    Market Review – Quarter 3 2014

    A Q3 economic and market overview to help you stay informed of global themes that could impact your portfolios.

    Market Review – Quarter 2 2014

    A Q2 economic and market overview to help you stay informed of global themes that could impact your portfolios.