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Using Equity Release in Retirement

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Equity Release (+4 more), on 21.07.24 Read

Please Note: We are not mortgage professionals, which is a separate profession in its own right and only some of them advise on Equity Release. Therefore, this article is not intended as advice and should not be acted upon as such. Instead, we can refer you to suitably experience and qualified professionals who we can work with to tailor your financial plan.  

Your home is likely one of your largest assets....

Paying Off Mortgage Faster By Overpaying

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+1 more), on 14.07.24 Read Paying off your mortgage can enable you to reduce work commitments, gain greater flexibility with retirement goals and remove what can be an emotional burden. This article looks at ways of accelerating mortgage repayment and the benefits of doing so.  

 

Benefits of Paying Your Mortgage Off Early 

Getting mortgage-free faster has several appealing advantages: 

 

Pay less interest over the loan term – 10...

Succession Planning: Ensuring a Smooth Transition for Your Property Portfolio in the UK

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Residential Nil Rate Band (+11 more), on 04.07.24 Read In the UK, property ownership is a significant component of many individuals’ portfolios, so it is essential to have a well-thought-out strategy in place to ensure a smooth transition while minimising the potential tax burden.  

Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a key consideration in this process, and not planning ahead can result in significant financial implications for your beneficiaries.  

In this article, we...

Managing Finances as a One-Person Business

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Corporation Tax, Financial Planning (+6 more), on 05.07.24 Read A “solopreneur” has to wear many hats. Successfully juggling all the accounting, tax, banking, and cash flow elements is critical. This guide covers key financial tools and tips for effectively managing the money side of a one-person UK business. 

 

Choosing the Right Business Structure 

Your business structure impacts everything from legal liability to taxes, so picking the right one is key: 

Sole Trader

Reducing Your Tax Burden: Tax Planning Strategies for Business Owners

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, BPRA (+7 more), on 28.06.24 Read For business owners in the UK, taxes can often be one of the largest expenses incurred. From corporate tax, to VAT, to personal income tax and National Insurance contributions, the various tax liabilities can quickly add up to a sizable amount every year. That’s why it’s absolutely essential for business owners to take advantage of legitimate tax planning strategies and deductions to minimise their tax payment...

Financial Advice for Property Investors?

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, BPRA | Inheritance Tax | Fiducia Wealth Management (+4 more), on 10.06.24 Read

Personal financial planning entails the development of a plan to meet your financial objectives, such as gaining the ability to retire at a certain age, protecting against morbidity and mortality risks or succession planning.  

Who Needs Personal Financial Advice?  

While everyone can potentially benefit from professional financial advice, it is particularly valuable during major life transitions and...

Should You Pay for Financial Advice?

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Wealth Management on 21.06.24 Read Seeking professional financial advice is often a worthwhile investment for your money. While it does involve fees, the potential benefits tend to outweigh the costs. What are those benefits? 

 

Gain Expertise  

A financial adviser brings specialised knowledge and experience to the table. They stay up-to-date on changing tax laws, pension rules, investment products and more. Their expertise can help you...

How to Save More Money Each Month

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+3 more), on 14.06.24 Read Building your wealth takes consistent effort, but regular investing is one of the best things you can do to secure your financial future. Whether saving for an emergency, down payment, or investing for retirement, finding ways to save a little more each month makes for a significant long-term impact.

Follow these practical strategies to increase your monthly savings. 

 

Review and Reduce Household Expenses 

How Rising Interest Rates Affect Your Finances

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+4 more), on 31.05.24 Read The sharp increase in food and energy prices has made inflation a talking point, and a concern, across the nation. We look at the impact of inflation upon your finances. 

When inflation increases, the Bank of England increases their interest rate. Because banks borrow from them, they have to pass this on. This increases the cost of borrowing, encourages saving and reduces economic activity.
 

Secured Debt 

How to Consolidate Multiple Pensions

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+6 more), on 07.06.24 Read Over a career it is common to accumulate multiple pensions with different employers and providers. Multiple pension policies increase personal administration and make retirement planning challenging to monitor.  

This guide will walk through the consolidation process and key considerations when combining your UK pensions. 

Why Consolidate Your Pensions? 

There are several advantages to consolidating multiple...

Common Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Final Salary Pensions (+7 more), on 24.05.24 Read Retirement is not what it used to be. Historically, someone would retire in their sixties and receive a state pension, a one-off tax-free lump sum and a private guaranteed pension, for life.  

With many final salary pensions being wound up or being replaced by defined contribution alternatives, this has pushed people into planning their own retirement without providing them with the advice and support to...

Financial Red Flags in a Relationship

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+2 more), on 20.05.24 Read There is little financial “training” around money in the UK. This absence promotes a lack of planning. Poor behaviour around money can seriously impact current financial stability and future wealth.  

We are not relationship counsellors. Instead, we like to think of ourselves as “money coaches” because we focus on having a positive financial relationship with money. Here are some examples of both good...

Developments in Dedham – April 2024

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Fiducia News, Awards (+1 more), on 12.04.24 Read At Fiducia Wealth Management, we are excited to share the latest developments and milestones achieved by our growing firm. As a Chartered Financial Adviser, we remain committed to providing exceptional service and expertise to our clients.

Improving Cash Flow for Small Business Owners

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Corporation Tax, Financial Planning (+7 more), on 10.05.24 Read Maintaining steady cash flow is imperative for any business, but especially small companies with limited financial cushions.

When cash gets tight, it impacts your ability to cover payroll, pay vendors on time, and fulfill other obligations. By regularly monitoring cash flow and taking steps to control it, UK small business owners can improve financial stability.

 

Know Your Cash Flow Position

You can’t manage...

4 times you might want to review your financial plan

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning on 20.08.25 Read When you create your financial plan, you might envision everything following the path you’ve set out. However, life is often unexpected, and your plan should be updated to reflect changes to your circumstances.

So, as well as your regular meetings, you might want to book additional reviews with your financial planner to ensure your plan continues to reflect your situation. Here are four times you might want to...

How to remain calm amid Autumn Budget speculation

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning on 20.08.25 Read The importance of remaining calm is often something that’s talked about when discussing investment market volatility. But there are other factors outside of your control that might lead to emotional decision-making, including uncertainty about the upcoming Autumn Budget.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to deliver an Autumn Budget at the end of October. Despite being weeks away, there’s already...

Planning for care: Making later-life support part of your financial plan

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Long Term Care on 20.08.25 Read While many people don’t rely on care later in life, planning for the potential cost of it could help you feel confident about the future and mean you have more options should you need support.

According to a December 2021 report from The Health Foundation, people are increasingly living healthier and more independent lives in their later years. Indeed, the proportion of older people who need social care has...

Does your money make you motivated?

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Wealth Management on 20.08.25 Read 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.

Why do we do the things we do? What motivates us to do certain things, and why are we not motivated to do some of the things that we know would...

Investment market update: June 2025

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Investing on 02.07.25 Read Trade tariffs continued to affect investment markets in June 2025, though uncertainty did start to ease. However, rising tensions in the Middle East may have affected the performance of your investments. Read on to find out more.

Remember, it’s often wise to take a long-term view of your investments when reviewing returns, rather than focusing on short-term market movements.

In June, the Organisation for...

Explained: How Dividend Tax works and when you pay it

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Tax Planning on 02.07.25 Read 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 companies or if you’re a business owner. 

Changes over the last few years mean more people...

The age you can access your pension may rise. Could it affect your retirement?

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Pensions & Retirement on 02.07.25 Read In April 2028, the age you can usually access your pension, known as the “normal minimum pension age” (NMPA), will rise from 55 to 57. So, if you hope to retire at 55, you might need to update your retirement plan. 

Even if your planned retirement date seems far away, creating a plan now could help you bridge a potential shortfall so you’re still able to give up work when you’re ready to. 

As well as...

Why “boring” investments could be exciting long term

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Investing on 02.07.25 Read Opting for a “boring” investment strategy could be the route to returns that allow you to make exciting lifestyle decisions in the future. If you’re looking for excitement in your investments, read on to find out why that approach could lead to disappointments.  The media can make investing seem exciting 

When you’re reading financial headlines, they might say things like “stock market soars in best...

Planning for care: The costs you might need to make part of your financial plan

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning on 02.07.25 Read 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. 

Improving life expectancy is likely to mean more people need care

Life expectancy in the UK has...

The secret to a happy life

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning on 02.07.25 Read 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 it? There are so many distractions, sometimes it’s hard to keep focus on the main objectives of life, one of...

Developments in Dedham – June 2025

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Fiducia News on 19.06.25 Read It’s been a while since we last shared an update on the exciting progress taking place within our team here in Dedham. As always, change at Fiducia is driven by a commitment to continuous improvement – for our clients, our people, and our profession. Today, we’re proud to share several significant milestones and happy news from our growing family. Rob Wood and Seb Eaton Appointed Associate Directors

We...

How to use the “gifting from income” rule to reduce your estate’s Inheritance Tax bill

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+1 more), on 16.06.25 Read According to a Citywire report, forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) suggest the amount of Inheritance Tax (IHT) paid to HMRC will have increased by 11.6% in 2024/25 compared to 2023/24. 

This will mean that the total amount of IHT paid in the 2024/25 financial year will have reached a record high of £8.4 billion. 

The report suggests that the big year-on-year increase has been primarily...

Should you choose a Cash or Stocks and Shares Junior ISA for your child?

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice (+1 more), on 16.06.25 Read A Junior ISA (JISA) is often an effective way for parents to start putting money aside for their children to help them reach their goals when they reach adulthood. One important question parents need to consider is: Should the money be held in a Cash JISA or invested through a Stocks and Shares JISA?

Read on to find out what you need to know about JISAs, and how to choose between saving and investing. 

Up to...

Why defining “financial freedom” could help you achieve it

Fiducia Wealth Management Posted in Financial Planning, Financial Advice on 16.06.25 Read Achieving “financial freedom” is an aspiration many people have. Yet, it can mean different things to each person and is influenced by other lifestyle goals, so defining how to measure it for you could help you turn it into a reality. 

Securing financial freedom so you can retire with confidence is a common goal.

A January 2025 Legal & General survey asked people what their perfect retirement would look...

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