Protecting wealth
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Identifying your investment objectives is a lifelong process
A total wealth solution has no value unless it is properly implemented through an appropriate investment strategy. If you’ve got a sufficient amount of money in your cash savings account – enough to cover you for at least six months – and you want to see your money grow over the long term, then you should consider investing some of it.
read moreUnderstanding investment risk
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Informed decisions to improve your chances of achieving your financial goals
If you want to plan for your financial future, it helps to understand risk. If you understand the risks associated with investing and you know how much risk you are comfortable taking, you can make informed decisions and improve your chances of achieving your goals.
read moreMaintaining a diversified portfolio
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Spreading risk between different kinds of investments
When you start investing, or even if you are a sophisticated investor, one of the most important tools available is diversification. Whether the market is bullish or bearish, maintaining a diversified portfolio is essential to any long-term investment strategy.
read moreInvesting in a fund
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Making the decisions about when to buy and sell assets
There are many reasons to invest through a fund, rather than buying assets on your own. At a basic level, investing in a fund means having a professional fund manager make investment decisions on behalf of the investor.
read morePooled Investment funds
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Investing in different things, with different strategies
Pooled investment funds – also known as ‘collective investment schemes’ – are a way of combining sums of money from many people into a large fund spread across many investments and managed by a professional fund manager.
read moreWith-profits funds
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Fewer ups and downs than investing directly in shares
If you save regularly or invest a lump sum using a life insurance policy, you might choose to invest in a with-profits fund. These aim to give you a return linked to the stock market but with fewer ups and downs than investing directly in shares. However, they are complex and are not as popular a form of investing as they used to be.
read moreInvestment trusts
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Making money by investing in other companies
An investment trust is a public company that raises money by selling shares to investors, and then pools that money to buy and sell a wide range of shares and assets. Different investment trusts will have different aims and different mixes of investments.
read moreStocks & Shares ISAs
by libertas2019 on July 5, 2019
Investing in a wide range of different tax-efficient investments
Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) can be used to hold stocks and shares or cash, or any combination of these, up to the current annual limit. An ISA is a tax-efficient ‘wrapper’ that can be used to help save you tax.
read moreInheritance Tax
by libertas2019 on May 1, 2019
No longer something that only affects the very wealthy
Inheritance Tax is no longer something that only affects the very wealthy, but the good news is that there are ways to limit the amount of Inheritance Tax your family may potentially face.
read moreDisclaimer: The information provided in our website blogs is accurate and up-to-date at the time of writing. However, please be aware that legislative changes and updates may occur after the publication date, which could potentially impact the accuracy of the information provided. We encourage readers to verify the current status of laws, regulations, and guidelines relevant to their specific circumstances. We do not assume any responsibility for inaccuracies or omissions that may arise due to changes in legislation or other factors beyond our control.
If you would like any clarification, or have any questions, please get in touch.
Recent Posts
-
3 important middle-age health rules that could prevent dementia
-
Explained: How the new First-Time Buyer ISA is expected to work
-
5 tips for managing your personal tax as a business owner
-
How to balance your goals when you’re flexibly accessing your pension
-
The surprising impact of investing decision paralysis
