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What is a lasting power of attorney (LPA) and do I need one?
A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf...
stefanl6
May 122 min read
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May market update - Markets recover despite ongoing tariff turmoil
Investor sentiment improves after early-April volatility sparked by US policy shifts Markets Stumble, then steady After falling as much...
stefanl6
May 64 min read
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Think insurance companies don’t pay out? Think again!
Buying a home and taking on a mortgage is often the biggest financial commitment a person will make in their lives. With this in mind,...
stefanl6
Apr 223 min read
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Omnis Agility & Omnis Managed Portfolio Service | April 2025 Update
Central banks held rates, trade tensions escalated and mixed economic signals kept markets on edge Market-moving events Central banks...
sw3609
Apr 162 min read
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April market update - Markets, tariffs and the road ahead
Markets have rallied after the US paused new tariffs for most countries, easing fears of a full-scale trade war. But uncertainty remains....
stefanl6
Apr 155 min read
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Saving for your child’s university education
Saving for your child’s university education requires careful planning and budgeting. By starting early, considering investment...
stefanl6
Apr 153 min read
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Omnis Weekly Market Update
14th April 2025 | Trump pause on tariffs results in volatile market returns Key stories from last week US: TRADE POLICY UNCERTAINTY LEADS...
sw3609
Apr 144 min read
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8 Practical tips for building a financial plan
Whether you’re looking to buy a house, save for retirement or get a handle on your finances, a solid financial plan can help you define...
BSG Team
Apr 95 min read
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What is a guarantor mortgage?
Struggling to get on the property ladder? A guarantor mortgage could help you buy a home with limited savings or poor credit—learn how it wo
stefanl6
Apr 74 min read
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Tariffs return: what they mean for investors
New US tariffs have unsettled markets and raised concerns about global growth. While short-term volatility is likely, staying focused on...
stefanl6
Apr 45 min read
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Spring statement report
Introduction In mid-March 2024, the then Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves gave the Mais lecture to the good and the great of the City. In...
stefanl6
Mar 316 min read
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Don't miss out on your annual tax allowances
Making the most of your annual tax allowances will help you achieve your long-term financial objectives Whether you’re just starting out...
stefanl6
Mar 202 min read
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March market update- European stocks outshine Wall Street
Global markets diverged as trade tensions hit sentiment, while strong earnings fuelled gains elsewhere Markets diverge on tariffs....
stefanl6
Mar 103 min read
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February market update - Markets rally amid growth and policy shifts
Investors weigh inflation, rates and trade policies as markets adjust to shifting economic conditions UK stock market on a high. ...
stefanl6
Feb 123 min read
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January market update - Central banks balance inflation with rate cuts
The US Federal Reserve cut rates by another quarter point and indicated a slower pace of easing for 2025 US stock markets steady. After a...
stefanl6
Jan 64 min read
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What is critical illness cover? Consulting a financial adviser
Whether you need critical illness protection depends on your situation as well as any existing policies you might already have in place....
BSG Team
Dec 5, 20243 min read
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Autumn Statement Report 2024
Autumn statement from the Treasury Introduction The first Budget from a Labour government since March 2010, and the first ever from a...
stefanl6
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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2024 Election Monitor
This year, around half of the world’s population will take to the ballot box as 64 countries hold elections. Here is an update on key...
stefanl6
Jul 16, 20245 min read
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