AFH scraps platform fees for new clients
AFH Group chief executive Alan Hudson said the company would in future be absorbing the fees in full – there will be no increase in adviser charges to clients, no cut to adviser remuneration and no change to AFH’s investment proposition or portfolio construction.
Top earners increase their share of tax payments
HMRC’s latest statistics provide an insight into the income tax paying population. The figures reveal changes in the distribution of tax revenue over the last decade, with a growing share now coming from higher earners.
The ISA universe simplified
It’s not surprising that with the ever-changing guidelines and options available, when it comes to Individual Savings Accounts, potential investors are becoming increasingly bewildered. We’ve put together a basic overview of the various ISA types, so you can view your options at a glance.
The dangers of early pension encashment
The Personal Finance Society (PFS) recently revealed that thousands of retirees are fully encashing their pension pots at an early age. As a result, many are facing the risk of running low on funds due to rapid spending.
Is ethical investing really possible?
Do you know what your money is funding? Ethical investing involves understanding how your money is being used and feeling confident that this is in line with your principles.
Understanding what goes in to the FTSE 100
The latest quarterly review of the FTSE 100 revealed common misunderstandings about how the index is drawn up. Whether you're considering investing in an index tracker fund or comparing fund performance against an index, it may be worth thinking about.
Why in-house expertise beats outsourcing
Many firms outsource as they want access to specialist knowledge, while allowing advisers more time to focus on clients – in-house expertise provides just this, without the costly third-party fees. As a client, how does this affect you?
Monthly economic commentary: July 2018
Our chief economist, Colin Warren, looks at the recent trends in the US yield curve and possible implications for the economy and financial markets, in his latest commentary.