Will my child ever buy a home, or be able to retire?
Nearly a third of UK parents are pessimistic about their children’s financial futures, fearing everything from never owning a home to being unable to retire. These findings come from our Real Life Advice Report 2025, based on a survey of 8,000 people exploring how attitudes to money, financial advice and the future are changing. At […]
Timing your business sale: November 2025 vs June 2026 – what’s the financial difference?
If you’re planning to sell your business, the timing of your exit could make a meaningful difference to how much you keep after tax. From April 2026, the UK government is set to increase the Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) rate from 14% to 18%. For owners who qualify for BADR and are already considering […]
Budget 2025: Beware of the rumours
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil her second Budget next month, there’s plenty of speculation about what could be announced. Yet experience shows us that making decisions based on unfounded rumours can often lead to unintended consequences. In light of the uncertainty, we have reviewed some key themes emerging in the media. As before, […]