by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
If a relative or a neighbour is a pensioner most local authorities will help them cross check if they are receiving all of their state benefits to which they are entitled and help complete the necessary forms. The Attendance Allowance is frequently missed by...
by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
I have never rated William Hague as a good politician and the following article has confirmed my opinion http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-18048963 The Government has completely handicapped UK industry with high fuel taxes punishing energy regulations and of...
by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
The Government is to spend £11 millions on promoting auto enrolment in 2012 according to http://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/pensions/govt-unveils-£11m-auto-enrolment-comms-campaign/1044746.article In order to save money in the ‘age of austerity’ would the Government (and...
by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
If you have a significant equities portfolio you might think about splitting the funds in two so you get the benefits of two stock brokers’ advice. You can also compare prices and squeeze more value out of your existing stock brokers. Especially if you also have an...
by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
I agree with the comments made by the Chairman of the Council of Mortgage Lenders in the following article http://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/mortgages/cml-says-lenders-should-focus-on-service-not-sales/1053440.article I would like to see more support from the regulator...
by Richard | Feb 28, 2020 | Archive
I am a sceptic on the Chinese economy. I think there is a lot of hidden bad debt and the Government could not tolerate a low or even negative growth rate as demonstrated in this article http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-18068430 If Governor Romney wins the US...