63% of UK employees are unaware of the government’s planned 2029 salary sacrifice cap, according to new research Some parents have lost up to £10,000 due to private school fee scams, with average losses of £3,200 Research reveals that one in three adults have not prepared financially for later life Salary sacrifice confusion Although two […]
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Economic Review – July 2026
The Monetary Policy Committee voted 6–3 to leave Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% at its July meeting The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by less than expected – 2.6% in the year to June, down from 2.8% in May UK consumer confidence rise helped by Burnham ‘bounce’, weather and World Cup while business confidence dips […]
Residential Property Review – July 2026
Housing outlook – the latest data suggests that deteriorating market conditions may be easing slightly House sales – the government has announced plans aim to stop last-minute outbidding in England and Wales House purchases – recent data from eXp UK indicates homebuyer demand in England dipped in Q2 The latest RICS Market Survey The latest […]
Commercial Property Review – July 2026
Commercial market – as more organisations implement return-to-office mandates, office attendance levels increase Commercial assets – according to NAEA, investors may be shifting focus from residential to commercial assets Infrastructure – in the coming years attention will shift to improving existing buildings rather than developing new ones Office occupier market update The latest Commercial Market […]
Give your money intention
The key question is not ‘cash or investing?’ – it’s whether your money has intention to provide growth The recent government-backed ‘Take the next step’ campaign aims to raise awareness in how investing can support prosperity Advice can help turn uncertainty into a plan and help your money work with purpose When you work hard […]
Young people are the most proactive pension savers
There is a widening generational divide in pension engagement, new consumer research has revealed Younger savers show higher pension engagement and investment awareness, actively reviewing and adjusting investment choices Getting the right advice early can set you on the right path throughout your career There is a widening generational divide in pension engagement, new consumer […]
Investors stay focused on long-term growth
Despite continued geopolitical and economic uncertainty, 30% of investors increased contributions to their portfolios in Q1 Findings suggest that many are continuing to prioritise long-term financial goals over short-term market volatility The strongest motivation for increasing investments was to build long-term wealth, said 44% of respondents UK investors remained committed to growing their wealth during […]
Pensions and IHT – the shake-up many are missing
Research indicates nearly nine in 10 adults are unaware that pensions will fall within IHT from 2027 Fraudsters are already exploiting confusion around the new rules, offering risky solutions to avoid IHT While the 2027 reforms will reshape how pensions are treated on death, immediate action is not always advisable From April 2027, a significant […]
Financial habits stuck in the past? Life moves on – have your finances?
Research reveals that nearly a third of UK adults haven’t updated financial plans despite major life changes Over half worry they have missed opportunities to grow their wealth and 28% admit they are saving even less A summer financial reset doesn’t have to mean a complete overhaul – small updates now can strengthen your future […]
Freeze the higher rate tax burden
Research suggests 4.8 million more people will be paying higher rate tax by 2031 than in 2022 An efficient way to reduce your tax take is to increase your pension contributions with salary sacrifice It is important to get tailored advice to work out the best ways to adjust to your unique circumstances While workers were […]
