January 2022

Why now is the perfect time to start thinking about the end of the tax year

2022 may only have just started, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about the end of the tax year. Planning now can help you make the most of allowances and reduce how much tax you pay. The 2021/22 tax year will end on...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments

59% of people say the pandemic has made them question their priorities. Has it affected your plans?

For almost two years, the Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on lives around the world. From health concerns to restricting social gatherings, the pandemic may have led you to question plans you’ve previously set out. According to a survey conducted by Aviva, almost 6...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments

1 in 3 borrowers have been rejected for a mortgage. Here’s what you need to do before applying

Getting rejected when applying for a mortgage could mean losing the home you want to buy, and make it more difficult to get a mortgage with another lender. It’s something that’s affected thousands of borrowers but there are things you can do to improve the...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments

What happened in the property market in 2021?

Despite the pandemic, the property market continued to move in 2021. Thousands of families purchased their first home, moved up the property ladder, or decided to invest in property during the year. Here are a few of the key events and figures that highlight what...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments

Investment market update: December 2021

As 2021 drew to a close, the Covid-19 pandemic and its consequences continued to affect economies. The first case of the Omicron variant was reported in South Africa at the end of November 2021. It quickly spread and some counties began to reintroduce restrictions and offer...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments

7 different ways you can leave gifts in your will

When you think about writing or updating your will, who you want to benefit from your estate is often the first consideration. However, just as important is how you want to split up the assets you have. There are several options to think about. A will...

10 January, 2022 / 0 Comments