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This podcast is designed to help people make money matters more understandable and straightforward. Financial planning and wealth management can be daunting at times and each week we take you through a series of topics designed to give the listener guidance on a range of financial matters. The podcast features Phil Anderson who owns and runs a financial advisory firm in the north and north-east of Scotland. Phil previously worked as a financial adviser and he loves helping people. Phil shares plenty of hints and tips to help you get the most out of your money.

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    Ep 175 - The Last Broadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 28:03


    After over four incredible years and 175 episodes, we've reached the final chapter of The UK Personal Finance Show with Phil Anderson. In this special episode, Phil and John take a look back at some of the most memorable moments, insightful conversations, and valuable lessons shared along the way. We reflect on the impact the show has had, share some personal highlights, and offer final thoughts on the future of personal finance in the UK. While this may be our last broadcast, the advice and inspiration we've shared will continue to help you make informed financial decisions for years to come.Thank you for being part of our community – it's been a pleasure and a privilege.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep - 174 - Selling a business

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 26:17


    In this episode, we dive into the essential steps and strategies for selling your business. From preparing your company and determining its value to understanding tax implications and structuring the sale, we cover it all. Discover how to minimise your tax burden, set clear financial goals, and invest the proceeds wisely. Whether you're contemplating a sale or are in the midst of negotiations, this episode offers valuable insights to help you achieve a successful and profitable business transition.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 173 - Driving Savings: Exploring Salary Sacrifice Schemes for Electric Vehicles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 33:03


    We delve into salary exchange schemes for electric vehicles, highlighting how these enable employees to drive electric cars while saving on taxes and reducing their carbon footprint. We explore the financial benefits for both employees and employers, the positive environmental impact, and share insights from industry experts Darren Woodall and Michael Hook from GoFor. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 172 - Property Opportunities with David Liddell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 48:10


    On the podcast this week we delve into the world of property opportunities. Our guest expert, David Liddell from Liddell Property Investments, joins us to explore the lucrative realm of converting properties into AirBNBs and guest houses. Discover insider tips, valuable insights, and expert advice on maximising your property investments.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 171 - Money And Mental Health: Breaking The Taboo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 33:30


    We delve into the often-overlooked intersection of money and mental health. We explore the taboo surrounding discussions about mental wellbeing in relation to personal finance. From the impact of financial stressors on mental health to debunking common myths, Phil looks to shine a light on the importance of addressing these issues openly and honestly. Discover practical strategies for managing financial stress, prioritising mental wellbeing, and rebuilding resilience in the face of adversity. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration for navigating the complex relationship between money and mental health.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 170 - Spring Budget 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 25:58


    We look at the recent Spring Budget to see how it impacts from a financial planning perspective. Areas covered include cost-of-living measures, personal tax, savings, pensions and property tax. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep169 - Financial planning for the tax year end

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 28:42


    We look at the various tax allowances and reliefs available for the tax year and Phil shares some financial planning tips to help reduce your tax bill. Some of the areas covered on this podcast include ISA's, pensions/retirement planning, capital gains tax and inheritance tax. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 168 - Money Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 43:58


    Phil goes through some of the things that he has learned over the years from various coaches, speakers and books. He discusses techniques to help you improve your wealth and mindset to succeed with your finances. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 167 - An introduction to retirement planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 49:18


    On this podcast we look at helping you prepare for the lifestyle you want in retirement. We discuss areas such as how much money will you realistically need to live on, at what age do you want to retire and retirement bucket lists. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 166 - Autumn Statement 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 26:35


    Financial Adviser, Andrew Scouller, joins John this week to look at the recent Autumn Statement. We look at how this impacts people from a financial planning viewpoint and Andrew covers the key changes that are coming. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 165 - Plan for happy: A step-by-step guide to growing your money

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 40:38


    We are joined on this podcast episode by Adam Walkom who discusses his new book which is out this week. The book takes the reader through the financial planning process and in this episode we also touch on how financial planning can help you reach your short, medium and longer term goals.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 164 - Investment and pension charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 29:54


    Annual management fees, platform fees, initial financial adviser fees, ongoing financial adviser fees, exit fees, performance fees and bid-offer spreads…just some of the costs and charges that we touch on during the podcast this week. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 163 - Marginal Gains

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 28:10


    This week we look at how you can make small improvements to your finances. We also look at how you can incorporate “marginal gains” when it comes to financial learning, your retirement plans and savings. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 162 - Investing in luxury watches

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 35:07


    This week we are joined by Sam Rayner and Max Nordigan from Chrono Hunter. They set their business up with the goal of providing a safe place for watch lovers to buy and sell watches whilst ensuring the best possible price by comparing multiple offers from a trusted network of the finest luxury retailers across the country. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 161 - Claims Management Companies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 25:31


    This week we chat Claims Management Companies. We look at what they do along with the pros and cons of using them should you have an issue with a financial product or service. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 160 - Winning with your finances

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 45:29


    We are joined this week by Clare Humphreys from Will to Win. Clare helps people realise their true potential and achieve more. On this podcast we discuss limiting beliefs, habitual behaviours and changing the paradigm. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 159 - Attitude to Risk and Portfolio Structure

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 33:08


    Financial adviser, Andrew Scouller, joins John this week to discuss the various degrees of risk people can take with their investments. Andrew also discusses the various portfolio structures for different risk categories. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 158 - 10 tips to improve your credit score

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 22:37


    Having a good credit score can help you get credit and it can also help you get credit on better terms. This week Phil shares ten tips to improve your credit score. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 157 - More Than Motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 29:16


    This week we are joined by Fiona Macintosh who provides coaching and training in the areas of wellbeing, motivation and leadership. Fiona talks about resilience, thinking and motivation factors. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 156 - Life insurance for the over 60's

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 44:58


    Guest expert Kathryn Knowles from Cura joins us this week to look at life insurance for the over 60s. We look at the reasons why someone would need cover, look at the options available and discuss the options for applying for cover.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 155 - Income Protection Awareness Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 29:43


    According to a study last year by LV, 56% of working adults would feel more financially resilient if they had insurance that pays an income if they couldn't work due to illness or injury. The same study also found that 1 in 4 workers don't have Income Protection but would like to have it. This week we look at income protection insurance and the features and benefits of this sort of plan. Ep 155 - Income Protection Awareness Week It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 154 - How much will financial advice cost?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 28:57


    In this episode we look at the ways that you can pay for financial advice, how much it will cost and some of the benefits of taking regulated financial advice. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 153 - Pound cost averaging

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 20:54


    Pound cost averaging is effectively drip feeding an investment rather than investing everything in one go. It can take away some of the worry around long-term investing. On this podcast we look at the advantages and disadvantages of this approach. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 152 - Your pension: your choices

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 41:10


    Phil and John discuss the options if you are thinking about accessing your pension pot. They also look at the options for your pension when you want to take the benefits from it and cover annuities and drawdown. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 151 - Cash Is King…or is it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 29:37


    We look at what is meant by the term cash is king. We also discuss what inflation means for your savings and cover the pros and cons of having your money in cash. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 150 - Ask the Fund Manager with Tom Stokes from Aviva Investors

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 46:01


    Tom Stokes is an Investment Director with Aviva Investors and he joins us this week on the podcast where we discuss investment markets, inflation, artificial intelligence and China. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 149 - Serviced Accommodation with guest expert Lisa Schoneville

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 45:32


    Lisa Schoneville from Blok Property Management joins us this week to look at serviced accommodation. If you are considering investing in property or looking at different ways to boost your investment returns this podcast is for you. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 148 - With-profits investments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 31:21


    Andrew Scouller is standing in for Phil this week as he is on holiday. John and Andrew look at with-profits investments and they discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this type of fund. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 147 - Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Mortgages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 25:42


    This type of mortgage can be useful for parents or family members who want to help someone else buy a home without taking ownership of the property. Mortgage adviser, Laura Stephen, joins John this week to look at Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Mortgages. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep - 146 - Where is the best place for your money?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 37:34


    We look at the difference between savings and investments. We discuss risk versus reward and also at the various asset classes where people can invest. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 145 - Leaving an inheritance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 32:21


    Leaving an inheritance can be a complicated and sensitive area of financial planning. It's an emotive topic which requires careful navigation and planning, but it's a conversation worth starting sooner rather than later. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 144 - Asset protection and estate planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 41:11


    Ross Anderson from Jones Whyte Solicitors joins us to go through some options for protecting your estate. In this episode we look at probate costs, sideways disinheritance, care costs and options to protect your assets. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 143 - Women in Financial Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 47:05


    Laura Stephen from Phil Anderson Financial Services joins us this week to look at women in financial services. We discuss the opportunities for women in financial planning, the gender pay gap and explore the challenges faced by women when it comes to balancing career ambitions with family responsibilities. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 142 - Life Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 39:54


    This week we look at what life insurance is, the different types of cover available and factors that influence the costs. We look at where you can get quotes for life cover, reasons you should consider taking out cover and the benefits of doing your plan in trust. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 141 - Is now a good time to buy a property?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 24:07


    Tony Lister from estate agent Hamish joins us to look at whether now is a good time to buy a home. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 140 - Side Hustles and Additional Income Streams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 34:56


    On this podcast Phil shares lots of tips and ideas for generating extra money. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 139 - Mortgages with no deposit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 31:14


    We look at the options for those with no deposit to put down. We discuss the Skipton Building Society Track Record Mortgage and the criteria to qualify for this option. We also look at other ways to buy a property when you have no deposit to put down. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 138 - Investing in residential property

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 54:43


    David Liddell from Liddell Property Investments joins us this week to look at investing in residential property. We look at the benefits of investing in property and also discuss property sourcing, portfolio building, joint ventures and adding value to property. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 137 - A beginners guide to managing your money

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 30:42


    This week we discuss budgeting, financial protection, emergency funds, savings and building assets. We look at where to get started and cover the basics for managing your money. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 136 - Investing in Art with guest expert Mark Gask Episode 136

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 35:20


    We are joined this week by Mark Gask who has galleries in Scotland and Estonia. We look at the popularity of investing in art and look at the do's and don'ts. Mark also shares his knowledge of how to get started in investing in art. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 135 - National Savings & Investments (NS&I)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 25:17


    John is again joined by Andrew Scouller and this week they look at National Savings and Investments. In this episode we look at premium bonds, Green Savings Bonds, Income Bonds and the other options available through NS&I. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 134 - Capital Investment Bonds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 30:08


    Phil is on holiday this week so John is joined by his colleague Andrew Scouller to look at Capital Investment Bonds. Andrew explains what they are, who they can benefit, and the reasons to consider this type of investment.It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 133 - Buying Property Overseas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 27:50


    Guest expert Paul Cherry from Chersun joins us this week to look at buying property overseas. Paul is based in Spain and shares some great tips if you are looking to purchase a property overseas. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 132 - Investing in NFT's

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 35:17


    What is an NFT? How do NFT's work? What sort of NFT's do you get? Is investing in a NFT a good idea? Are NFT's expensive and is it easy to get scammed? These are some of the questions asked on this week's podcast where we look at non-fungible tokens (NFT's). It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 131 - The Spring Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 27:53


    Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, delivered his first Spring Budget on 15 March declaring it was “A Budget for Growth.” We look at the key points from a financial planning perspective and look at the changes to pensions which were announced. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 130 - Gazumping and Gazundering de 130

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 24:03


    It is estimated that almost 1 in 3 people have been impacted by gazumping and gazundering when buying and selling property in the last 10 years. This week we look at what each is and ways you can try not to be gazumped or gazundered when moving home. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 129 - Financial Advice from ChatGPT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 24:17


    ChatGPT is a natural language processing tool driven by AI technology that allows you to have human-like conversations and much more with a chatbot. The language model can answer questions, and assist you with tasks such as composing emails, social media posts and Phil even had it write him a press release. We look to see if it can help you with financial advice. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 128 - VCT & EIS

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 33:43


    We are joined this week by Dr Reuben Wilcock from Blackfinch Group to look at Venture Capital Trusts and Enterprise Investment Schemes. We discuss how these investments work and also look at the tax advantages with this type of investment. We cover the various benefits and also the risks involved. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 127 - 10 Reasons To Look At Trusts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 26:22


    In this episode we look at why trusts are not just for the rich and famous. We look at some of the benefits of trusts including tax mitigation, speed of settling, flexibility and privacy benefits. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 126 - Passing on our Pension

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 28:36


    This week we look at what happens to your pension when you die. We look at tax implications, nomination of beneficiary forms and why it is important to keep things updated. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

    Ep 125 - Learn to earn with business coach Stuart Mason

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 39:53


    Business coach, Stuart Mason, joins us this week to look at why learning is so important when you are looking to earn more. On this podcast we cover vision boards, goals and Stuart gives us a run down of his favourite books. It is important to take professional advice before making any decision relating to your personal finances. Information within this podcast is based on our current understanding and can be subject to change without notice and the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed. It does not provide individual tailored investment advice and is for information only. We cannot assume legal liability for any errors or omissions it might contain. No part of this podcast may be reproduced in any manner without prior permission.

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