by Town Close Financial Planning | Jul 18, 2018 | Estate Planning, Investment News
In 2007, there were 254,000 older people living in private rented accomodation. According to research by the Centre for Ageing Better, over the last decade that figure has skyrocketed to 414,000. If things continue the way they’re going, they estimate that over a... by Town Close Financial Planning | Oct 16, 2017 | Investment News
“Investing” in property has been mightily popular in recent years. I say “investing” because what actually happens is money is spent on an asset that’s illiquid and money has to be borrowed to make the deal work. Most would never consider... by Town Close Financial Planning | Dec 22, 2015 | General News
Around 50% of us make New Year’s Resolutions and ‘sort the finances out’ must be one of the most popular: but that’s a little vague – it’s more a wish than a firm commitment to take action. Looking at the January appointments we’ve had with new and existing clients,... by Town Close Financial Planning | Dec 22, 2015 | General News
With reports suggesting most of the UK economic indicators are moving in the right direction, it doesn’t mean we can suddenly afford to ignore our personal financial planning. So in the best traditions of New Year here are ten financial planning resolutions that will... by Town Close Financial Planning | Oct 31, 2015 | Estate Planning
National Insurance contributions go towards things like your State Pension but they don’t count towards the costs of social care. This type of care is managed by your local authority and generally comes at a price. That is why you have to apply directly to them if you...