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Market Review – February 2023

07/03/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

After the optimism of January, and the resulting market rallies, reality has once again set in. Inflation is starting to slow, but still exceeds 10%, with energy prices remaining a huge problem for ho[...]

Why 2023 Could Be a Great Time to Start Investing

07/03/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

To say that 2021 was a “calmer” year in the markets - would be an understatement. We have seen Russia invade Ukraine, rising energy prices in the UK, soaring inflation and ongoing battles with the[...]

Market Review – January 2023

01/02/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

Following a bleak December, we have started to see some signs of optimism since the new year. Global markets have rallied and wholesale gas prices have reduced, which offers some hope in the midst of [...]

Inflation Linked Investments

01/02/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

With UK inflation now exceeding 10%, it is more important than ever to make sure your money is not eroded by the cost of living. If you have £10,000 in the bank today, this will not have the same pur[...]

Six Great Ideas For Saving Money In 2023

01/02/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

It’s always a good time to review your finances and get into better spending habits. Rather than cutting back on the joyful things in life, however, let’s consider some ways to save money that won[...]

Five New Years Planning Resolutions

01/02/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

New Year is a time of new beginnings, and people across the country are packing away their Christmas decorations and dusting off their gym gear. It’s natural to want to bring an element of order and[...]

Avoiding The Disinheritance Trap

07/01/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

Wills and estate planning can be a complex area and many people put off making decisions. It can be especially complicated for unmarried partners who live together or blended families, as the default [...]

Tracker Mortgages v Fixed Rate

06/01/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

Borrowing has been relatively cheap over the last ten years. With a base rate of below 1% for most of that time, we have become accustomed to low mortgage rates and negligible returns on savings. But[...]

Market Update – December 2022

06/01/2023 Ged O'Neil Bell

After a year of economic and political shocks, December was pretty uneventful in comparison. But the problems of 2022 (which go back even further) are as yet unresolved, and make for a gloomy backdrop[...]

Market Update – November 2022

02/12/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

As we approach the festive season, the country is not quite ready to celebrate yet. The top financial news story this month was the Autumn Statement, which introduced some of the most significant tax [...]

The Autumn Statement 2022

18/11/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

Following September’s disastrous mini budget, the Autumn Statement was intended to restore stability and confidence in the UK economy. Clearly some sacrifices needed to be made, but balance also nee[...]

How to Pass Assets to the Next Generation: A Short Guide

15/11/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

One of the most rewarding aspects of financial security is the ability to pass on wealth to your family. Not only can this provide a much-needed financial boost, but it can also be efficient from a ta[...]

Lifetime Mortgages Explained

07/11/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

For many people, their home is their main asset. Most people, unless they are members of generous occupational pension schemes, don’t save enough for retirement. But property prices have continued t[...]

How Bonds Affect Your Portfolio

07/11/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

We have seen significant volatility in financial markets over the last year. Some equity volatility was to be expected given everything that is going on in the world. But generally, investors expect b[...]

Market Update – October 2022

31/10/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

Following the turmoil of September, the shocks have continued into October. We have yet another new Prime Minister, and had barely had time to adjust to September’s mini budget before most of the pr[...]

Mortgages Rates Are Rising Rapidly

05/10/2022 Ged O'Neil Bell

After over a decade of record lows, interest rates have been climbing sharply with each successive Bank of England meeting. The fall out from the mini budget caused many lenders withdraw their mortga[...]

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