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The Pension Gender Gap and Later Life Divorce

14th March 2023

Chartered Financial Planner, Liza Pontone is as an ambassador for ‘Insuring Women’s Futures’, a programme established by the CII (Chartered Insurance Institute) in collaboration with leading insurance professionals, businesses, policy…

The Government scraps 10% portfolio letter rule – Hallelujah!

7th March 2023

The UK government has scrapped the requirement for firms (that provide portfolio management services) to inform investors when their portfolio has fallen by 10% or more. The rule, introduced in…

Soft landing? A market update with Fraser Wilkinson of Quilter Cheviot

20th February 2023

After a tough year for most investment markets in 2022, it has been a brighter start to 2023. One of the key reasons is a growing expectation that key central…

We’ve been nominated!

14th February 2023

We are absolutely delighted to have been nominated and shortlisted by judges in The Northern Echo’s first BUSINESSiQ Awards 2023 in the category of Employee Health and Wellbeing. “The business…

State pension: deadline looms for National Insurance top-ups

13th February 2023

Do you think you may have a shortfall in National Insurance (NI) credits? A Government scheme allows you to buy credits to boost your state pension – here Anthony Long,…

Tax year end – making the most of your allowances

13th February 2023

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a number of tax measures in his Autumn statement, aiming to create fiscal stability, control inflation and fill a hole in the public’s finances following Kwasi…

Emma is a jolly good Fellow!

24th January 2023

Being a Financial Planner takes not only knowledge, but dedication – to your own continued professional development so that you can provide the most up to date and relevant advice…

Education in personal finance is key!

16th January 2023

The firm is calling for the government to ensure that education in personal finance is prioritised if new rules about post-16 maths lessons comes to fruition. Rishi Sunak announced plans…

2022: A market re-cap with Fraser Wilkinson of Quilter Cheviot

21st December 2022

After over a decade of rock bottom interest rates and money printing, we have entered a new phase this year with interest rates rising and the money taps being turned…

Active Spirit

“Having been a client of Active for many many years and have always been given great advice and direction. I am now looked after by Andrew. He has given excellent advice and service, continuing on the great work this company has always offered me. Always cheerful and helpful; a great asset to Active. I have no problem recommending him to other people.

Active clients urge Chancellor to address key financial concerns in upcoming Autumn Statement

7th November 2023

In October we surveyed a group of clients for their views on priorities for the Chancellor ahead of his Autumn Statement on 22 November. The survey of 1085 clients, generated…

Emma and Liza set to shine on national stage

9th October 2023

Two members of the team have been nominated for the upcoming ‘Women in Financial Advice Awards’. Hosted by Professional Adviser, the annual awards celebrate the great achievements made by women…

Retirement savers by region: How prepared are you?

9th October 2023

Like it or not, we are living longer than previous generations, so planning for and being prepared for retirement has never been more important. A recent study by Phoenix Insights…