Latest government policy announcements include a 20% cut in business rates for hospitality and a cap on bus fares The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that UK inflation fell to 2.6% in June Oil prices fall sharply after reaching $100 for the first time since May due to a pause […]
Monthly archives: July 2026
Residential Property Review – July 2026
Housing outlook – the latest data suggests that deteriorating market conditions may be easing slightly House sales – the government has announced plans aim to stop last-minute outbidding in England and Wales House purchases – recent data from eXp UK indicates homebuyer demand in England dipped in Q2 The latest RICS Market Survey The latest […]
Commercial Property Review – July 2026
Commercial market – as more organisations implement return-to-office mandates, office attendance levels increase Commercial assets – according to NAEA, investors may be shifting focus from residential to commercial assets Infrastructure – in the coming years attention will shift to improving existing buildings rather than developing new ones Office occupier market update The latest Commercial Market […]
News in Review
Andy Burnham officially became the leader of the Labour Party last Friday and outlined a series of key promises The government’s first major policy decision is for VAT to be removed from domestic energy bills from October Latest GDP figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the UK economy returned to growth in […]
Give your money intention
The key question is not ‘cash or investing?’ – it’s whether your money has intention to provide growth The recent government-backed ‘Take the next step’ campaign aims to raise awareness in how investing can support prosperity Advice can help turn uncertainty into a plan and help your money work with purpose When you work hard […]
Young people are the most proactive pension savers
There is a widening generational divide in pension engagement, new consumer research has revealed Younger savers show higher pension engagement and investment awareness, actively reviewing and adjusting investment choices Getting the right advice early can set you on the right path throughout your career There is a widening generational divide in pension engagement, new consumer […]
Investors stay focused on long-term growth
Despite continued geopolitical and economic uncertainty, 30% of investors increased contributions to their portfolios in Q1 Findings suggest that many are continuing to prioritise long-term financial goals over short-term market volatility The strongest motivation for increasing investments was to build long-term wealth, said 44% of respondents UK investors remained committed to growing their wealth during […]
News in Review
The IoD Directors’ Economic Confidence Index, which measures economic sentiment, fell from -53 in May to -61 in June The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has improved its growth forecast for the UK: to expand by 1.0% in 2026 Defence dominated as a key topic last week’s Nato Summit amid ongoing uncertainty over the war in […]
Pensions and IHT – the shake-up many are missing
Research indicates nearly nine in 10 adults are unaware that pensions will fall within IHT from 2027 Fraudsters are already exploiting confusion around the new rules, offering risky solutions to avoid IHT While the 2027 reforms will reshape how pensions are treated on death, immediate action is not always advisable From April 2027, a significant […]
Selling this summer? Follow the seven-day rule
Initial early pricing decisions can have a lasting impact on whether a home sells quickly or not Marketing, presentation, photography and property details have an influence on engagement before viewings occur Having mortgage arrangements in place early can put you in a stronger position for the right property The first week a property is listed […]
