News - Auto Enrolment

Annual inflation rose from 3.1% in August to 3.5% in September, partly due to higher petrol and diesel prices Consumer confidence declines, with worsening economic and personal financial outlooks reaching near-record lows Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts highest on record in September 2026, according to data from HM Revenue & Customs “High energy costs continue to […]

Rewarding conversations – why the smartest families are talking about inheritance now

A quarter of Britons aged 55 and over have never discussed their inheritance plans with their family The most forward-thinking families recognise inheritance conversations are not about death – they’re about clarity Professional guidance can make these conversations significantly easier – bringing structure, objectivity and expertise Progressive planning starts with open conversations. For many successful […]

Homebuying reforms set to tackle gazumping

One of the headline proposals is to make sales agreements legally binding much earlier to tackle gazumping Buyers or sellers who withdraw without a valid reason could face financial penalties, helping reduce failed transactions The reforms are expected to make homebuying faster and more transparent, saving first-time buyers an average of £650 The UK government […]

Residential Property Review – October 2026

Buyer demand weakened in September, although enquiry levels remain considerably stronger than they were six months ago Prime housing markets remain relatively resilient, with cash buyers accounting for more than half of transactions this year A new government-backed scheme aims to help first-time buyers purchase new-build homes with a 2.5% deposit Housing market softens The […]

Commercial Property Review – October 2026

Government funding is being directed towards revitalising high streets, bringing vacant properties back into productive community use The logistics sector continues to perform strongly, supported by investment demand and ongoing requirements for high-quality warehouse space Garden centres remain a resilient retail success story, attracting significant visitor numbers and contributing billions to the UK economy Reviving […]

News in Review

In the three months to August, GDP increased by 0.7%, marking the eighth consecutive three-month on three-month increase The FSB has urged Chancellor John Healey to expand the Small Business Rate Relief (SBRR) at next week’s Budget Over a third (35%) of UK adults were saving more than usual in Q3, up from 28% in […]

News in Review

IMF reports steady global growth continuing from spring but with significant variations across economies – particularly those impacted by war and reliant on energy imports UK borrowing costs reached the highest level since 1998, with the yield on 30-year gilts rising to 6.03%, driven by a combination of factors including elevated energy prices The average […]

Budget incoming – keep calm and carry on

There has been plenty of speculation about what an Andy Burnham government could mean for the housing market It is important to distinguish speculation from policy as it is unlikely to help homeowners or buyers make decisions The sensible approach is to keep calm and carry on and wait for any relevant announcements That time […]

ISA changes incoming – what they mean for your savings

From April 2027, the Cash ISA allowance for anyone under 65 will fall from £20,000 to £12,000 The government will also discourage investors from using Stocks & Shares ISAs simply as cash savings accounts With significant changes ahead, now is a good time to review your ISA strategy and ensure your savings are tax efficient […]

Six-month countdown to the April 2027 Pension IHT shake-up

From April, most unused pension funds and pension death benefits will be included when calculating IHT The new rules mean pension and estate planning can no longer be viewed in isolation, making advice valuable Seeking trusted financial advice now allows time to understand the options available and build an appropriate plan With just six months […]