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Blog8th Mar 2024
Three key points from the Chancellor’s Spring Budget
Jeremy Hunt says he wants to keep taxes low and boost investment in British business. So what will his latest plans mean for your finances? We’ve picked out some highlights for you to consider from the latest Spring Budget. No... Read more
By Ian Campbell
View moreBlog5th Mar 2024
What the Magnificent Seven can teach us about hindsight in investing
The seven biggest US technology giants, known as the Magnificent Seven, completely dominate global markets. While it might seem now as if their time at the top will go on and on, it’s important to remember that nothing lasts forever.... Read more
By Tom La Dell
View moreBlog22nd Feb 2024
Two important lessons we can learn from the ‘everything rally’
Market commentators feared the worst for 2023. But despite global uncertainty, the predicted slump turned into the ‘everything rally’ – a surprising surge taking in stock and bond markets. Here are two things it can teach us when it comes... Read more
By Alan Turner
View moreBlog24th Jan 2024
Scotland’s tax changes – could upping your pension contributions help soften the blow?
If you’re classed as a higher earner in Scotland, the latest proposed income tax changes might have you searching for ways to reduce your tax liabilities. Increasing your pension payments to gain tax relief could be one option to consider.... Read more
By Lisa Tait
View moreBlog16th Jan 2024
What should you be looking for in a Financial Planner?
I would be the first to admit that my introduction to the financial planning profession was a happy accident. After graduating I took on an admin role at Mathieson Financial Consulting, who were subsequently acquired by Thornton’s Wealth. While working... Read more
By Kelly Shek
View moreBlog29th Nov 2023
Why inheritance tax isn’t the villain it’s made out to be
Inheritance tax is ‘the most hated tax in Britain’ – many are likely to be relieved, then, to hear that the government is considering abolishing the tax if they win the next election. Although the Chancellor made no new announcements... Read more
By Ian Campbell
View moreNews20th Nov 2023
AAB Wealth Director collects Financial Adviser of the Year Award
View moreBlog16th Oct 2023
Worried that markets look uncertain? Remember these 3 simple rules
Inflation, high interest rates, financial markets moving up and down. In this sort of environment, it’s tempting to hit the panic button. When you’re looking for reassurance you’re doing the right thing, there are three golden rules to hold onto.... Read more
View moreNews13th Oct 2023
AAB Wealth wins Top Planning Firm award
View moreBlog14th Sep 2023
Succession without the backstabbing – how to be positive with your estate planning
Betrayal, backstabbing and bitter sibling rivalry in HBO’s Succession made for gripping TV. But in real life most people would prefer their estate planning to be a little less complicated. Here’s how to get it right – without all the... Read more
By Andrew Dines
View moreBlog18th Aug 2023
As the world heats up, how can we help investors make a more positive impact?
This summer’s heatwave provides more evidence that action is needed to control climate change. Despite recent backlash against the ‘woke capitalism’ investors do have a part to play. This doesn’t mean they have to be worse off as a result.... Read more
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