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As with all aspects of our service we aim to work with our clients to enable them to maximise their wealth and to build value and security for the family as well as the business. We find that our clients enjoy participating in the planning process and hence our commitment to this content-rich website.

Keeping our site up-to-date
Our site is always up-to-date and designed to provide our clients with an informed and timely service to complement our range of client services

Planning does not end with looking at these six Personal Guides. Having identified the areas that are of specific interest, please contact us in order that we can discuss how we can work together to enhance your overall wealth creation plans.

The 2010 Budget

The 2010 Budget will be announced on 24 March 2010. We will update our site with the Chancellor's Report during the evening of Budget Day. The news area of our site will contain news of the main announcements.

An Introduction to personal financial and tax planning

Intro to the tax system: Tax law is more complicated than ever. As a consequence tax planning is more important than ever before. We are available to guide you through all aspects of the tax system.
Planning aspects: Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.
Home aspects: The importance of careful planning extends to your home life as well as your business
Recession news centre: We have a range of up to date articles and commentaries on the effect of the recession on small businesses, banks, lending and saving, the economy and pensions and investments.

Aspects of investments and investing: How much do you need to save? What saving is tax-efficient? When will you be a millionaire?
Pensions: What has happened to your retirement planning? When will you retire? How much will you need to live comfortably?
VCT and EIS: Subscribers to VCT investments are eligible for tax relief of up to 30%. Professional advice must be sought before making investments that qualify for these reliefs.

Upcoming deadlines

Apr 05 2010	ISA date Last day to use the 2009/10 ISA investment limit of £7,200 or £10,200 (over 50s)
Apr 06 2010	Increase in annual allowance and lifetime allowance Annual allowance increases from £245,000 to £255,000 - the lifetime allowance increases to £1,750,000. These allowance limits are to apply to 5 April 2016 ISA allowance increases for those 18-49 ISA allowance increases to £10,200 for all taxpayers 18 and over. The cash ISA limit included in this limit is £5,100.

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Our Latest News

Pension schemes see fall in deficits

The shortfall in the funds held by the UK’s final salary pension schemes has declined significantly.

R&D tax credits need to be open to 'all firms'

The CBI has urged that research and development tax credits should be available to firms of all sizes.

Firms look to marketing to drive business

Increasing numbers of smaller businesses are boosting their sales and marketing efforts in order to speed recovery in the aftermath of the recession, a new study has found.

VAT returns and payments are going online

Businesses need to be aware that significant changes to the way that VAT returns are filed and payments are made will be coming into effect very soon.

Budget date set for 24 March

The last Budget before the next general election will be held on Wednesday 24 March.

HMRC warns of date for making extra NI shortfall payments

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reminded some people that, if they wish to take advantage of the chance to top up more than six years of their NICs, they need to act quickly.

Reform regulations and business tax to help 'balance' the economy

The government has been called on to adopt a new approach in order successfully to rebuild and rebalance the UK economy.

Qualifying for full state pension to become easier

It will take people less time to qualify for a full state pension in the future.