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Is there ever a “right time” to start a business? In our experience, the answer is no, but age does shape how you build and grow a company. Business Growth Advisor Steve Bird, who has built and sold three technology businesses, explores how different life stages influence start‑ups. At a
Retiring abroad: what happens to your UK pension? Many people dream of retiring abroad – often somewhere sunnier, and sometimes with a more favourable tax regime. In recent years, there has been a sharp rise in Britons moving to Dubai, attracted by its warm climate and tax‑free income. Others are
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
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
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver her second Budget next month, speculation is building about what might be announced. History shows, however, that making financial decisions based on rumours can easily backfire. In this context of uncertainty, it’s sensible to step back, understand the themes being discussed – and
