Gordon Brown warns Andy Burnham that property is already heavily taxed. The former Labour prime minister added that Mr Burnham should look at whether stamp duty and council tax are the best way to tax wealth. In the lead up to Andy Burnham's budget next month, the rumours are already beginning to do the rounds of what could be announced. Have a read of this article from The Telegraph to see what this could mean for Britain's property market and taxes. ... See MoreSee Less
The topic of bonds is back in the news. Read this article to learn more on why this is and the impact the current market could have on the forthcoming Budget.
Jonathan Raymond, investment manager at Quilter Cheviot, said: “While borrowing costs rising do not necessarily mean promises already made by Burnham and Healey suddenly become unaffordable, markets will be paying close attention to how those commitments, as well as any made at the upcoming Budget, are going to be paid for." ... See MoreSee Less
What is changing for Universal Credit claimants? From September, eligibility rules for free school meals are changing for families receiving Universal Credit in England. This article from Mirror explains the details of the update and what it means for households. Read this article for more information. ... See MoreSee Less
If you’re thinking about what you’ll leave behind for your loved ones, now’s a good time to review your estate plan and make sure your wishes are clear. Many of us spend a lifetime building up wealth in the hope we can eventually leave it to our children and grandchildren. But despite the best intentions, some of the assets you leave can turn out to be more of a burden than a blessing. In this article The Telegraph explains the five worst assets to leave to your children and why. ... See MoreSee Less
Rising debt costs and uncertainty can affect interest rates, bonds and equities differently. Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are facing a deepening financial crisis after the cost of government borrowing rocketed to a 28-year high. Here The Sun explains what this means for your mortgages, pensions and investments. Jonathan Raymond, of Quilter Cheviot shares his comments. ... See MoreSee Less
ANDY Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are facing a deepening financial crisis after the cost of government borrowing rocketed to a 28-year high within hours of the Prime Minister’s Commons …
Britain is bracing itself for Andy Burnham's first budget on October 28th this year and what this could mean for household finances and the cost of living crisis. In this article The Times delves into what could be on the table for the next budget including scrapping stamp duty and council tax, charging inheritance tax as a flat 10pc levy on all estates to fund social care and raising rates of income tax or capital gains tax. ... See MoreSee Less
Could your home play a role in your retirement finances? A Which? article looks at how housing wealth is being considered alongside pension savings and explores some of the options available to homeowners in retirement. Read this article to find out more. ... See MoreSee Less
Could you be due a pension tax top-up from HMRC? Around one million people who missed out on pension tax relief are in line for a top-up. For more information on who could be affected and why, read this article from MoneyWeek. ... See MoreSee Less
One million people who missed out on pension tax relief are in line for a top-up – a former pensions minister is warning people could miss out on the payments
Ofgem has announced the energy price cap will increase by 4% on 1 October which means energy prices will for many rise to the highest level for three years. Find out more in this article. ... See MoreSee Less
Gordon Brown warns Andy Burnham that property is already heavily taxed. The former Labour prime minister added that Mr Burnham should look at whether stamp duty and council tax are the best way to tax wealth. In the lead up to Andy Burnham's budget next month, the rumours are already beginning to do the rounds of what could be announced. Have a read of this article from The Telegraph to see what this could mean for Britain's property market and taxes. ... See MoreSee Less
Gordon Brown: Property is already ‘heavily’ taxed
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The topic of bonds is back in the news. Read this article to learn more on why this is and the impact the current market could have on the forthcoming Budget.
Jonathan Raymond, investment manager at Quilter Cheviot, said: “While borrowing costs rising do not necessarily mean promises already made by Burnham and Healey suddenly become unaffordable, markets will be paying close attention to how those commitments, as well as any made at the upcoming Budget, are going to be paid for." ... See MoreSee Less
The three reasons behind bond market shock and what it means for Burnham’s Budget
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What is changing for Universal Credit claimants? From September, eligibility rules for free school meals are changing for families receiving Universal Credit in England. This article from Mirror explains the details of the update and what it means for households. Read this article for more information. ... See MoreSee Less
Universal Credit update over £7,400 rule change from September
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If you’re thinking about what you’ll leave behind for your loved ones, now’s a good time to review your estate plan and make sure your wishes are clear. Many of us spend a lifetime building up wealth in the hope we can eventually leave it to our children and grandchildren. But despite the best intentions, some of the assets you leave can turn out to be more of a burden than a blessing. In this article The Telegraph explains the five worst assets to leave to your children and why. ... See MoreSee Less
The five worst assets to leave to your children
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A well-intentioned inheritance can quickly become a financial burdenComment on Facebook
Rising debt costs and uncertainty can affect interest rates, bonds and equities differently. Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are facing a deepening financial crisis after the cost of government borrowing rocketed to a 28-year high. Here The Sun explains what this means for your mortgages, pensions and investments. Jonathan Raymond, of Quilter Cheviot shares his comments. ... See MoreSee Less
Burning mortgage, pension & investing questions answered as markets punish PM
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ANDY Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are facing a deepening financial crisis after the cost of government borrowing rocketed to a 28-year high within hours of the Prime Minister’s Commons …Comment on Facebook
Britain is bracing itself for Andy Burnham's first budget on October 28th this year and what this could mean for household finances and the cost of living crisis. In this article The Times delves into what could be on the table for the next budget including scrapping stamp duty and council tax, charging inheritance tax as a flat 10pc levy on all estates to fund social care and raising rates of income tax or capital gains tax. ... See MoreSee Less
Britain is bracing itself for Burnham’s make-or-break Budget
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Could your home play a role in your retirement finances? A Which? article looks at how housing wealth is being considered alongside pension savings and explores some of the options available to homeowners in retirement. Read this article to find out more. ... See MoreSee Less
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Could you be due a pension tax top-up from HMRC? Around one million people who missed out on pension tax relief are in line for a top-up. For more information on who could be affected and why, read this article from MoneyWeek. ... See MoreSee Less
One million people in line for a tax top-up from HMRC
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One million people who missed out on pension tax relief are in line for a top-up – a former pensions minister is warning people could miss out on the paymentsComment on Facebook
Ofgem has announced the energy price cap will increase by 4% on 1 October which means energy prices will for many rise to the highest level for three years. Find out more in this article. ... See MoreSee Less
Household energy bills to hit three-year high as Ofgem announces 4% rise from October
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A household using a typical amount of gas and electricity will pay £60 a year more, regulator Ofgem says.Comment on Facebook