Figures suggest more families are gifting to avoid Inheritance Tax (IHT). While passing on assets to loved ones may seem like a clear solution, it isn’t always so simple.  More estates are becoming liable for IHT as thresholds for paying the tax are frozen. The Office for Budget Responsibility predicts HMRC will collect £8.4 billion […]

When you think about the most popular retirement dreams, an adventurous cruise or having time to put your feet up might come to mind. Yet, a survey found the most common goal for retirement is to achieve financial security.  According to Legal & General, a huge 94% of Brits say their most important retirement dream […]

Creating a financial plan is just the first step to reaching your goals. While you may have carefully set out what you need to do, financial reviews are still essential.   Often, it’s advised that you review your financial plan once a year or following major life events. Over the next few months, you can read […]

If you’re fascinated by space, World Space Week is the perfect time to indulge your interest and learn more about the universe.  Between 4 and 10 October, participants in more than 90 countries will celebrate World Space Week with over 11,000 events. This year’s theme, entrepreneurship, looks at how the private sector is pushing the […]