After Rachel Reeves’ impactful first Budget in autumn 2024, you might have been concerned about the announcements that would be included in her Spring Statement on 26 March 2025. Reassuringly,…
The recent Budget has brought Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning into sharp focus for many. At Life Matters we understand the importance of balancing the sense of security that wealth brings,…
A Cold Challenge The year has started on a cold note here at Life Matters. I decided to take on a personal challenge and Brave the Waves in the sea…
Almost four months after Labour won the general election, chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her 2024 Autumn Budget, outlining the government’s plans for this tax year and beyond. Arguing that…
On 22 November 2023, chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Autumn Statement against a backdrop of a cost of living crisis and a looming general election. It’s been a challenging year…
Just six months ago, Kwasi Kwarteng stood up in the House of Commons and delivered his controversial “mini-Budget”. The announcements ultimately brought down the short-lived Truss administration, with current chancellor,…
On Wednesday 15 March 2023, chancellor Jeremy Hunt presented his spring Budget. Focusing on the government’s aims to halve inflation, reduce public debt, and boost economic growth, Hunt delivered his…
It has been a tumultuous year in British politics, with three prime ministers and four chancellors holding office. After the calamitous “mini-Budget” ushered in the demise of Liz Truss and…
It’s wonderful to be able to plan trips and adventures again and predictions of a heatwave and ongoing issues at airports can make it tempting to stay closer to home….
One of the reasons for creating Life Matters was to do things differently and challenge the status quo of traditional financial advice. One area we feel is especially important is…
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