News &
Financial Updates

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

    Downloads

    Guide to Alternative Investments








    Download

    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 – January 2022

    Average UK property prices hit a new record high at the end of 2021, making it the strongest calendar year for price growth since before the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) in 2008.

    Financial Resolutions for 2022

    If getting your finances in order is on your to-do list, here are some tips to help you get started.

    Average UK property prices hit a new record high

    The latest Halifax House Price Index shows average UK property prices have hit a new record high of £272,992.

    Potential self-assessment changes for the self-employed and landlords

    The Government is seeking views on how and when taxpayers with new sources of self-employment or property income should start to interact with the tax system.

    Property & Mortgage Outlook – December 2021

    It is thought that the MPC are now not likely to hike the base rate until we know more about Omicron and establish how effective the current vaccines will be.

    Equity release surges in popularity

    A surge in homeowners looking to free up cash from their properties propelled the figure for equity release to £1.05bn in the three months to the end of September.

    How to beat inflation

    For the past decade there has been a simple answer to how to reliably beat inflation: put your money in an equity income investment trust. Is that still the case?

    Downloads

    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.

    Download

    Client Brochure - Who We Are

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

    Download

    Your Autumn Statement Summary 2023

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

    Download

    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.

    Download

    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.

    Download

    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.

    Download

    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.

    Download

    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.

    Download

    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.

    Download

    Market Reviews

    Monthly Market Commentary – July 2020

    A look back on markets in July when the US dollar declined and tech stocks posted strong quarterly earnings.

    Monthly Market Commentary – June 2020

    A look back at markets in Q2 when shares rebounded as economies started to re-open, while governments and central banks continued to provide support.

    Monthly Market Commentary – May 2020

    A review of markets in May when shares were supported by an increasing focus on how lockdowns would be lifted.