Budget

The Emergency Budget brought no immediate surprises and in many ways mimics the habit of the previous government, by announcing expenditure reviews and proposed changes to taxation.

Changes to Capital Gains Tax makes it imperative to ensure that, whenever possible, the potential burden is shared between partners and we will be discussing this matter with you further in your forthcoming Annual Review.

It is likely that there will be changes in Pension Tax Relief, with implications for the current age of 75 when pension funds have traditionally been used to purchase an annuity. Pensions are of particular importance to most of us and we will keep you informed as and when these changes are announced.

Risk

The recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico reminds us all that life continually presents risks of one kind or another. It is impossible to arrange any financial matter without accepting some level of risk (however small) and we thought it would be appropriate to give you the opportunity of considering your own appetite for risk, through a short video presentation which you can be access via the link on the left hand side of this page. (Alternatively it can be found on the home page of our website.)

Skype

You may already be familiar with SKYPE and the opportunity it provides for visual contact during a phone call, through the use of a Webcam on your computer.

We are pleased to announce that we have now 'mastered' yet another piece of modern technology and in the future, if you would like to speak with Jean or Phil face to face, please let us know and we will provide our SKYPE details.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to discuss any financial matter.

Please use 0845 604 6285 to contact us with any queries or, alternatively you can send an email to: advice@argylefinancialgroup.co.uk