News in Review

“Our entire focus is on making Britain more globally competitive” Last Friday, Kwasi Kwarteng outlined a series of tax cuts and measures aimed at boosting economic activity. HisGrowth Plan was built around three key priorities: reforming the supply-side of the economy, maintaining a responsible approach to public finances and cutting taxes to boost growth, he […]

The Growth Plan 2022

“We need a new approach for a new era” A day after Bank Rate rose from 1.75% to 2.25%, Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng delivered his first statement on 23 September, outlining a series of tax cuts and measures aimed at boosting economic activity and growth. Moving straight to the pressing matter of energy costs, Mr Kwarteng […]

Commercial Property Review – September 2022

Strong monthly transactions but slowing activity ahead  Latest data from the UK housing market presents a mixed picture, with dwindling demand and limited supply contrasting markedly with strong transaction figures.  Homebuyer demand remains above average, Zoopla pointed out. Yet analysts expect demand to weaken in coming months as more households feel the cost-of-living squeeze, a […]

Residential Property Review – September 2022

Strong monthly transactions but slowing activity ahead  Latest data from the UK housing market presents a mixed picture, with dwindling demand and limited supply contrasting markedly with strong transaction figures.  Homebuyer demand remains above average, Zoopla pointed out. Yet analysts expect demand to weaken in coming months as more households feel the cost-of-living squeeze, a […]

News in Review

“With admiration we recall her lifelong sense of duty and dedication to her people“ The nation ground to a halt on Monday to observe a Bank Holiday for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral, rounding off an emotive period of mourning. Attended by world leaders, foreign royal families, heads of state, foreign dignitaries and […]

Your protection needs

We all know financial commitments are a fact of life. Mortgage repayments and household bills aren’t glamorous expenses, but they are unavoidable in spending our hard-earned cash. Protection insurance too should be seen as a certainty in your financial plans. With living expenses rising considerably, many people are having to tighten their spending reins. Cutting […]

The ‘Big Five’ personality traits of the self-made millionaire

In the first study of its kind1, researchers have distinguished the personality traits most common among self-made millionaires versus those who have inherited their wealth.  The study analysed a sample of wealthy individuals according to the so-called ‘Big Five’ personality traits:   • Openness (i.e. curious vs cautious)   • Conscientiousness (i.e. efficient vs disorganised)   • Extroversion […]

News in Review

“ Queen Elizabeth II was the rock on which modern Britain was built“ Just two days after appointing her fifteenth Prime Minister, the world was shaken by the news on Thursday of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle, in Scotland. Speaking at Downing Street on the evening of the Queen’s […]

Strengthening demand for energy-efficient properties

A growing proportion of house hunters are focusing on energy-efficient considerations when looking to buy a new home. Research1 suggests that rising energy prices and the cost-of-living crisis are having a significant impact on how buyers prioritise various desirable features, with an increasing number focusing on aspects related to energy efficiency. Key features Cavity wall […]