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This week, Independent Financial Advisor, Darren, looks at how Investment Plans can help property investors get the most out of their investments now and in the future. Ask yourself the question – are you really “investing”, or just crossing your fingers and hoping for the best?

The idea of being a property investor excites a wide range of people, whether that is property investment on a full time scale or just something to prop-up the retirement plan. After all, property investment can be a lucrative way to end up with a mortgage-free property to then reap the future benefits of sale […]

In times of financial, political and economic uncertainty, the natural reaction for most people is not to do anything. The prospects of investment failure or of making a wrong choice regarding a financial decision, may be keeping you static. Even in uncertain times though there are opportunities to be taken; the key is to not […]

The primary reason Doctors and Dentists choose to save into an ISA, rather than a regular savings account, is that the interest earned on the investment is completely tax-free. Subsequently, it is tax efficient to invest the maximum you can afford into an ISA, within the allowances given, for the relevant tax year. Find out […]

Commercial property is a popular investment for Doctors and Dentists, often simply investing in the property that their practice operates from. Particularly in light of recent changes to residential property and buy-to-let, some property investors are turning to the commercial sector as an alternative. What does commercial property investment involve?

The new year is a great time to focus on breaking old habits and instilling new ones. It may come as a surprise to you, that over the 25 years plus, that I have been in business, doctors and dentists adopt some of the poorest financial habits, despite their relatively lucrative income streams. How can […]

Brits are notoriously property-crazy! Not only do they aspire to home ownership, but they also see property as a financial instrument to fund retirement. Historically, conditions have been favourable for equity to be syphoned-off when downsizing. The property-market-savvy proportion of the population have also seen good returns for investment in rental property. However, there are several […]

Topical Mortgage News and Rates This month, Independent Mortgage Adviser, Chris, discusses Offset Mortgages and whether it is possible to save money in the long-term now whilst rates are low. Read more, including this month’s BEST RATES, here.

Key Points The Autumn Statement 2016, delivered by Chancellor Phillip Hammond, communicated new forecasts from now until 2020/21. How will these new goals be achieved? What measures  will affect UK doctors, dentists, landlords and small businesses throughout the next few years?

For the Risk Adverse Investors Understanding your appetite for risk is the very first step of investing. It is fine if you lean towards being a cautious investor, and there are options if you want to ensure that at least your initial investment is protected. There are also tips to move from being risk-adverse, to being […]