Our April financial guidance factsheets are available to download below. Each one focuses on a different financial aspect to help guide you when setting and reaching your financial goals. If there is anything you are unsure about, or would like further information please contact your local Truly Independent Adviser to arrange your free consultation.
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When most people think of dividends, they associate them with generating regular income. However, dividends offer much more than that – they can be a valuable ally in growing your wealth over time. The strategy of reinvesting dividends, where you use the cash payout to buy additional shares rather than taking it as income, can…
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The March/April edition of TIPS Magazine is now available. The UK tax year is a well-structured framework governing tax assessment and collection. It begins on 6 April and runs until 5 April the following year. As we approach the end of the 2024/25 tax year, maximising available opportunities is essential to make the most of…
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Are you considering delaying your next investment until the market drops? It’s a common notion, particularly among new or even experienced investors. The strategy of ‘timing the market’ – buying stocks when their value is low and selling them when high – may sound like the perfect plan. But even the most successful fund managers…
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Planning your estate is challenging at the best of times. Knowing how to mitigate your liabilities while ensuring your loved ones are cared for takes proper planning and the right tools. The 2024 Autumn Budget Statement announcements could create significant and lasting challenges for rural businesses of all sizes. Under the Chancellor’s proposed changes, from…
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Entering your 70s is a significant milestone, a time to fully enjoy the fruits of your hard work and careful financial planning. However, even if you’ve retired or reduced your workload, financial planning remains just as essential as it was in earlier stages of life. Striking the balance between living comfortably and preparing for unpredictable…
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All of our February financial guidance factsheets are available to download below. Each one focuses on a different financial aspect to help guide you when setting and reaching your financial goals. If there is anything you are unsure about, or would like further information please contact your local Truly Independent Adviser to arrange your free…
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Early retirement is an ambitious but attainable goal, provided you adopt the right and disciplined approach to your finances. At the heart of this lies establishing a tax-efficient savings plan designed to maximise both your contributions and the growth of your investments over time. Success in this area often hinges on maintaining a strong commitment…
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Weddings celebrate love, commitment and the union of two lives, shared with family and friends. However, making this day memorable often comes at a significant financial cost. According to data, the average wedding in the UK costs £20,700. Wedding spending increased in almost every category between 2022 and 2023. The most significant cost is that…
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Like your car, your finances require consistent care and attention to keep running smoothly. Just as a regular service ensures your vehicle performs at its best and avoids costly breakdowns, a yearly financial check-up is vital to ensuring your money works as effectively as possible. The beginning of 2025 offers an ideal opportunity to take…
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Welcome to 2025! A new year brings new opportunities to focus on your financial health and set the foundation for a prosperous future. Like your car, your finances require consistent care and attention to keep running smoothly. Just as a regular service ensures your vehicle performs at its best and avoids costly breakdowns, a yearly…
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A concerning trend among UK workers in workplace pensions and long-term saving has been highlighted in recent research. Six in ten employees feel they are not saving enough for retirement, with a third experiencing anxiety when assessing the amount they have saved, the data shows. IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS The level of contributions by…
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