By its very nature, the investing industry is full of differing views on how one ought to invest their hard-earned cash. One of the more polarising debates is whether an investment in gold, physically or synthetically via an investment fund, makes good sense. The debate tends to flare up each time gold experiences a rapid growth in value, such as…
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More than 70% of Brits think Inheritance Tax (IHT) is unfair, according to a poll carried out by Tax Policy Associates in 2023. You might consider how other countries handle taxing assets when you pass away to be “fairer” – read on to find out more. Over the last…
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve noticed we are now firmly into pre-budget speculation season. There is nothing new in economic and political commentators looking to boost newspaper sales and website clicks by writing alarmist articles about impending budgets, but it feels to me that levels of speculation and anxiety are particularly acute this year. We probably…
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Did you know that a survey found that the UK consumed the equivalent of 1.77 billion bottles of wine in 2020? Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or are looking to improve your knowledge by visiting a region known for its exquisite wines, these incredible destinations in Europe could be…
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Millions of students across the UK are preparing to head to university and pursue their educational goals. As a parent, you may feel proud as you help them pack up their belongings and move into their own space for the first time. Yet, you might also be worried about how they’ll cope financially or repay the student loans…
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The study of how psychology affects financial behaviours is fascinating. Understanding the basics could improve your relationship with money and how it influences your financial decisions. Behavioural finance looks at how psychological influences and biases affect the behaviour of investors. It aims to understand why people make certain financial choices and the effect it could have…
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If you take a proactive approach to managing your wealth, you could reduce how much Inheritance Tax (IHT) your estate may be liable for when you pass away. Last month, you read about what IHT is and when estates become liable to pay it. Now, read on to discover some of the shrewd strategies you could…
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It is a simple statement that the decision to invest in the first place provides an opportunity to protect hard-earned savings from inflation, and perhaps grow further. It is not easy, however, to have the foresight, as well as the discipline to deny oneself spending today for the opportunity of a better tomorrow. It is also not easy to work…
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We are pleased to welcome the newest member of the Herbert Scott Team – Jemma Williams. Jemma has taken on the role of Senior Adminstrator and will be working closely alongside our Operations Director, Jennie Snooks, to help provide clients with a top-quality service. Jemma gained her degree in Performing Arts in 2003 and has worked in various sectors including Market…
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Most investors would probably like to forget the poor performance of both bonds and equities in 2022 and early 2023. For many investors, it was their first real experience of bonds falling in value, particularly at the same time as equities. Different investors would have experienced different outcomes in 2022 (and subsequently) depending on the type of bonds that they…
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