A Junior Individual Savings Account (JISA) is a tax-efficient savings or investment account opened by a parent or guardian for a child under the age of 18. These accounts allow savings to grow free from Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax and can be a great way of developing a cushion for future expenses. You…
An asset allocation strategy involves deciding how to distribute investments across asset classes like equities, bonds, and cash. Your choice of strategy significantly impacts potential returns and risks. Strategic asset allocation Strategic asset allocation involves setting a target allocation for each asset class based on financial goals and risk tolerance, with periodic rebalancing to maintain…
Tax wrappers are financial tools designed to help individuals shelter their investments from certain taxes, ultimately maximising their wealth. If you use tax wrappers, you can potentially reduce or eliminate tax liabilities, allowing your investments to grow more efficiently over time. There are a few options for this, each with their own advantages and drawbacks….
June saw a continued surge in the popularity of cash Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) as savers deposited a staggering £3.4 billion into these tax-free accounts, according to the latest data from the Bank of England. This uptick in interest follows a record-breaking £4.2 billion funnelled into ISAs in May – the highest for the month…
With an increasing focus on Inheritance Tax (IHT) and upcoming changes to the rules around trusts, wealthy families are exploring new methods of investing and protecting their assets. One increasingly popular method for achieving this is through the foundation of a Family Investment Company (FIC). What is a Family Investment Company? A Family Investment Company…
It would be great if every one of us could live entirely risk and accident-free lives, alas that is not often the case, which is why various forms of life and incapacity insurance are critical to any wealth plan. Every one of us should consider the substantial risks associated with being underprepared for unexpected life…
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