In recent years, the cost of going to university has increased dramatically, meaning many students start their careers with significant debt. Yet student loans are not as straight forward as you may think, which means paying them off for your child or grandchild may not be your best option. Read on to discover more.
In light of increasing political pressure on the Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates, and President Trump’s recent dismissal of the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), our Chief Economist, Colin Warren, explores the potential risks that might result from the politicisation of US economic institutions.
Now that VAT is charged on private school fees, the cost of a private education has soared. One way you could ease the burden of school fees on your wealth is to put money aside to help cover the cost. Discover why you may need to take care if this is something you’re considering.
When it comes to funding your retirement there are several options you could consider. One is to downsize from a larger property to a smaller one and use the equity that’s released to fund your retirement. Discover why care should be taken if this is something you’re considering.
While the Bank of England's decision to cut interest rates to the lowest level in two years may sound like good news, it could reduce your wealth's value in real terms. Discover why this is, and what you might want to do to counter it.
While the family home is typically seen as the most valuable marital asset during a divorce, in fact the household's pensions may be equally as valuable – if not more so. All too often, however, they are not split fairly during a divorce, which could jeopardise the long-term financial security of one of the ex-spouses.
What the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, says at this evening’s Mansion House speech could have future implications for your finances. Discover why in our latest blog.
As the future of Britain’s public finances are thrown into doubt, AFH’s Chief Economist considers the friction between political and fiscal needs, and the implications for investors in Gilts
You’ve worked for years to build your IFA firm; shedding blood, sweat and tears to make it a success. After all that, selling your business is understandably a huge decision. Claire Spillane, Acquisitions Director at AFH Wealth Management, a firm that has been successfully acquiring IFA firms for more than 20 years, lifts the lid on what really happens when IFAs sell their business to an acquirer.
