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Pension Planning For The Self-Employed

Pension Planning For The Self-Employed

There are 4.8 million self-employed people in the UK and only a third have any kind of pension arrangement. A shocking statistic when you consider that State support is shrinking and we’re all living longer. Of course, saving for a pension when you’re self-employed is...

10 Ways to Reduce Your Tax Bill

10 Ways to Reduce Your Tax Bill

Being tax smart means knowing the basics about how tax affects your life and money. Here are 10 ways to reduce your tax bill, which could make your money go further for you and your loved ones. Personal savings allowanceYou’re entitled to receive some interest on your...

What you need to know about Buy to Let

What you need to know about Buy to Let

This is for informational purposes only and is not advice. We recommend you discuss any investment decisions with your financial adviser. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information but no assurance or warranties are given. What's a buy to let...

Getting your multi – agency credit report.

Getting your multi – agency credit report.

Getting hold of your multi agency credit report takes about 5 minutes - and we'll need to see it before applying for your mortgage. If you are applying for a joint mortgage - you'll need to get a credit report each. To decide whether or not to lend to you, lenders use...

Guide: How to remortgage.

Guide: How to remortgage.

Remortgaging could save you money if you are due to switch onto the Standard Variable Rate with your existing mortgage lender. Remortgaging could take as long as three months, depending on your circumstances, so it's a good idea to start thinking about getting a new...

Patchwork quilt – Why should investments be diversified?

Patchwork quilt – Why should investments be diversified?

Different types of investment (asset classes) and regions of the world all perform differently. Diversifying your investment by spreading it across many different asset classes and regions of the world means that, when certain segments aren’t performing as well,...

Guide: How to build a financial plan.

Guide: How to build a financial plan.

Financial planning is the process of creating a plan that focuses your financial arrangements on reaching medium and long term goals, without sacrificing too many of your current needs and wants. Step 1 - What are your Goals? This first step may seem obvious. But...

What documents do you need to get a mortgage?

What documents do you need to get a mortgage?

In this guide, we look at what sort of documents are typically required to be sent to a lender in support a mortgage application. You should make sure you've got all of these in check before applying. Proof of income Your level of income will directly impact the level...

7 Mortgage Mistakes You Need To Avoid