by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2019 | blog, protection
Writing a policy in Trust could be perceived as something that only the wealthy require, but the reality is Trusts can play an important part in financial planning for people from all walks of life. When it comes to planning your family’s financial future it makes...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2019 | blog, protection
When he was younger one of my son’s favourite questions was; “if you could have any super power, what would it be?” He loved the idea of being a Superhero. I think, deep down, we all like the idea of being a Superhero. Being able to do things others can’t; amazing...
by Brian Downton | J, Jan, 2019 | blog, Pensions
Are you among the 30.4 million working-age people who don’t know if their pension pot will be big enough to afford a comfortable lifestyle in retirement? According to a report by the Pension and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA), some of the blame for this worrying...
by Brian Downton | J, Dec, 2018 | blog, protection
Just 4% of self-employed workers have income protection in place, leaving the majority vulnerable to financial difficulties if they are suddenly forced to stop working through illness or accident. In its survey of more than 9,000 adults, LV= identified the...
by Brian Downton | J, Dec, 2018 | blog, wealth-management
Generally speaking, and subject to investment charges and performance, the more you save and the earlier you start saving the better shape your finances are going to be in when you need to draw on them. So why is it then that many of us are reluctant to put money...
by Brian Downton | J, Dec, 2018 | blog, protection
Life cover, sometimes referred to as life insurance cover, is a simple way to make sure that in the event of your death, your family and loved ones are taken care of. When buying a life cover policy, you can choose the amount of coverage you need, the length of the...
by Brian Downton | J, Dec, 2018 | blog, wealth-management
Let’s be honest. Seeking advice on how to look after your money may not be as fun as the immediate thrill of spending it, but it could be a rewarding decision in the long run. Research published last summer by the International Longevity Centre for Royal London found...
by Brian Downton | J, Nov, 2018 | blog, mortgages
You’re not bound by law to have a survey done on a property you’re buying, but while it may feel like an unnecessary expense given all the other costs involved in home-buying, it could actually save money and stress in the longer-term. A survey is...
