Be wary of the crypto-craze
Posted by Andrew_Smith on Friday 22nd of October 2021
You might be thinking about whether to invest in crypto currencies. We explain why it may not be the right choice, and how to better approach your portfolio.
This year has been eventful for bitcoin, with the cryptocurrency reaching a record high and then almost halving in value all in the space of six weeks. The walk-back in May from Tesla’s Elon Musk in his support of bitcoin underlined concerns around the idea of cryptocurrencies as a stable investment. Musk – previously an outspoken supporter – announced his company would not be accept...
Can your pension sustain your retirement?
Posted by Andrew_Smith on Thursday 7th of October 2021
Working out how long your pension pot will need to last – as life expectancy rises – is worth thinking about sooner than later.
The lockdown caused many people to reassess their lifestyles, which for some meant choosing early retirement. But what retirees have found is that pension pots are not matching the period of time needed to enjoy a comfortable life.
Life expectancy is going up. The Office for National Statistics offers an online calculator which gives an estimate of life expectancy – and with it an idea of how many years people w...
Why it pays to stay invested
Posted by Andrew_Smith on Tuesday 31st of August 2021
Develop an Estate Plan to Give Your Family a Great Return on Life
Posted by Andrew_Smith on Tuesday 17th of August 2021
Designing an estate plan that cares for your loved ones and makes a positive impact on the world isn’t as simple as deciding who gets how much of what. Your answers to these three questions will help you weigh your family’s unique dynamics and your values as you lay the foundation for a generational legacy.
1. Do I want to divide my assets between my heirs and my favourite charities?
Leaving everything to "the sensible child" and trusting that person to make smart decisions with your assets is certainly the easiest estate-planning strat...