by Brian Downton | J, Apr, 2024 | blog, general
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf during your lifetime. The people you appoint to manage your affairs are called the attorneys. An LPA is a completely separate legal...
by Brian Downton | J, Apr, 2024 | blog, Pensions
Maximising pension contributions is crucial for securing your financial future. By leveraging tax benefits and participating in retirement plans, you can increase savings and take advantage of employer matching programs. Catch-up contributions near retirement can...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2024 | blog, Pensions
Welcome to the Downton and Ali Investment Insights Newsletter for March 2024. In this edition, we talk about the benefits of starting a pension early, and investment strategies as you approach retirement, and more. Click here to read the...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2024 | blog, wealth-management
As we approach the end of the tax year, there’s still time for you to support your family finances, and ensure you use your allowances in an efficient manner. Kick start your child’s financial future Saving for your children’s future is a huge responsibility, although...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2024 | blog, Pensions
Retirement isn’t just about sipping cocktails on a beach; it’s about having the financial security to do so. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to pave your way to financial freedom when it comes to your time to retire. However, it requires you to put in the work...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2024 | Budget
At 12.30pm today, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt announced the UK Spring Budget, as well as the economic and fiscal forecast by the Office of Budget Responsibility. These legislative announcements are game-changers for Britain’s economy, and Hunt’s...
by Brian Downton | J, Mar, 2024 | blog, wealth-management
As we approach the end of the tax year, it’s a good time to start thinking about how to make the most of the tax reliefs and allowances you’re entitled to, before they are lost. We’ve put together a checklist to ensure you’re aware of all the ways to make sure...
by Brian Downton | J, Feb, 2024 | blog, Pensions
Welcome to the Downton and Ali Investment Insights Newsletter for February 2024. In this edition, we’re talking about the latest news in Junior ISAs, busting some investment myths, investment strategies to consider approaching retirement and the effect of...
