Pension Income - The 3rd Way
Howard Bullock, a Director of Clear Financial Advice, provides information about developments in the Pension annuity market exclusively for lse.co.uk
Jupiter Financial Opportunities Fund...Opportunity or Disaster?
Howard Bullock, a Director of Clear Financial Advice, provides investment fund information and comment exclusively for lse.co.uk
Inflation ate my Savings
In April, the Governor of the Bank of England had to write a tricky letter to the Chancellor, explaining why he’d failed to keep inflation below the Bank’s two per cent target. For those who remember the 1970s, the target may seem insignificant, but even low inflation rates can impact heavily on your financial future.
Lost and found
It is always nice to find a lonely pound coin down the back of the sofa, but think what you could do
Happy Tax Returns
Nine million tax return envelopes arrived through Britain’s letterboxes this Easter, and many millions of us promptly put the envelopes to one side. But time is running out. Most people ask the Revenue to work out their tax bill – and that normally means that the tax return must be back with the inspectors by the end of September.
How much risk is too much?
Nobody likes to take chances, yet sometimes we have to juggle our investments. Answer our quiz to see how risk-inclined you are.
How green is your fund manager?
You can’t open a newspaper without mention of green initiatives from politicians and business leaders. Now, fund managers are getting in on the act, hoping that saving the planet is good for your investments.
Just another Cautious-Managed fund?
Howard Bullock, a Director of Clear Financial Advice, provides information about one of his preferred investment funds exclusively for lse.co.uk
BlackRock UK Absolute Alpha Fund - Positive returns in volatile times?
Howard Bullock, a Director of Clear Financial Advice, provides information about one of his preferred investment funds exclusively for lse.co.uk
ISA's explained
An ISA (Individual Savings Account) is a tax-efficient wrapper for a cash account or certain eligible investments.
Seeking financial advice?
Some people prefer to take care of their own major financial planning decisions, whereas others seek the advice of a qualified individual or firm.
Selecting a mortgage
Mortgages can be complex affairs and, what with the proliferation of product choice available, can become quite confusing. This article outlines some basic knowledge and possible considerations when selecting a mortgage.