In late June, Team Herbert Scott headed to Grange Gardens for the annual Lewes Rotary Skittles Night—and what a fantastic evening it was! Representing us were Stacey, Kevin, Jim, Ben, and Hannah, with Hannah’s two daughters enthusiastically sharing the sixth spot on the team. We’ve been proud participants in this event for many years, and it’s always a highlight in…
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This guest blog was written by Chris Budd, who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book as well as The Four Cornerstones of Financial Wellbeing. He founded the Institute for Financial Wellbeing and has written more than 100 episodes of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Life can be complicated, can’t…
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Facing challenges later in life that might mean you need to rely on care can be difficult to think about. Yet, planning for care may be an important part of your overall financial plan and provide security should you need support in the future. Read on to find out how care services could affect your finances. …
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This guest blog was written by Chris Budd, who wrote the original Financial Wellbeing Book as well as The Four Cornerstones of Financial Wellbeing. He founded the Institute for Financial Wellbeing and has written more than 100 episodes of the Financial Wellbeing Podcast. Thinking about the future can…
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Passing on your wealth to loved ones could transform their lives and mean they have more opportunities in the future. However, to get the most out of the “great wealth transfer”, younger generations need to be prepared to manage their inheritance. According to September 2024 data from Vanguard, it’s…
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Managing your tax liability could help reduce your overall tax bill and get more out of your money. If you’re unsure how and when you might pay Dividend Tax, read on to find out. A dividend is one way a company can distribute profits to shareholders. You might receive dividends if you hold shares in dividend-paying…
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Your favourite summer activity might be relaxing in the gorgeous sunshine, but it is also the perfect time of year to embark on an adventure. From zip lines to abseiling into caves, the UK boasts an endless number of extreme sports and thrilling activities. If you’re looking for a fun way to spend a…
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Currency movements can affect investing outcomes. Investors owning overseas assets therefore are naturally concerned about what to do with this risk. The two options are to accept currency risk, or transfer it to another party willing to accept it, for a cost. The decision of what to do with currency exposure differs based on the role of the asset class…
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Richard Osman’s books about the Thursday Murder Club, a team of detective octogenarians, have sold millions of copies, and the team are set to hit the small screen in August. But Elizabeth, Ron, Joyce, and Ibrahim aren’t just providing entertainment; they could offer valuable retirement lessons as well. But don’t panic – solving murders in your spare time…
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This year, people around the globe will celebrate World Chocolate Day on 7 July 2025. Humanity has been enjoying chocolate for the past five millennia. It used to be considered such a rare treat it was known as the “food of the gods” by the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs. Nowadays, chocolate is a popular…
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