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Financial Updates

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.

    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%.

    GIS Theme 1 – How has the pandemic affected people’s investment behaviour?

    In March 2021, Schroders commissioned an independent online survey of over 23,000 people who invest from 32 locations around the globe. This spanned countries across Europe, Asia, the Americas and more.

    People and Planet – Finura Team Volunteer at Food For all UK

    On Friday 18th March 2022, four members of the Finura team volunteered at the Food For All UK prep kitchen for the morning.

    Finura Expands Advisory Team

    We are delighted to announce the addition of Chartered Financial Planner, Tom Buss, to our advisory team, bringing 15 years of planning experience to Finura.

    Property & Mortgage Outlook – March 2022

    The MPC is expected to raise bank base rate again in March to try to curb the rapid rise in the cost of living, further increases are expected throughout the year as inflation is on a course to hit a thirty year high.

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

    Our Fair Value Statement

    A document explaining our value to you, our culture and values, and the way we work with you.

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    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 Guide to Tax Planning 2024/25

    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 – April 2021

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

    Monthly Market Commentary – March 2021

    A look back at markets in Q1 when vaccine roll-outs and US spending plans helped lowly-valued shares make strong gains.

    Monthly Market Commentary – February 2021

    A look back at markets in February when optimism over vaccination programmes helped spur gains for shares and commodities.