Keeping you up to date with the latest financial news, plus events here at Handford Aitkenhead & Walker
Thinking about taking a lump sum from your pension? Beware these five traps
16th February 2018
The ability to access your pension early opens a whole world of opportunities. But just because you can, doesn’t always mean that you should. And, if you do, there are…
New tax year: The seven changes that will affect you from April
The 2018/19 tax year begins on April 6th. A a few came into effect immediately after the 2017 Budget, including the removal of Stamp Duty for properties costing less than…
The bank that doesn’t expect loan repayments: Tips for managing the bank of mum and dad
Despite shrinking household budgets and worries about inflation, the bank of mum and dad remains open for business and appears to be expanding. However, research from Prudential shows that parents…
Investment Report: February 2018 – A flat month
12th February 2018
Investment Review January was a flat month for investors. However, things changed at the start of February (see ‘Stop press’ below) as the US suffered a sharp fall which sent…
