Benefits of Financial Advice Monday, Jun 7 2010
Doing Business and Finance Resources and Tips + Tricks 9:16 am
Global Equity markets are volatile, the UK PLC has spent too much money & many individuals are unsure of the future as far as jobs, money and finances are involved. It might all seem a tad uncertain and indeed the UKPLC has a lot of anguish to suffer before we begin to get the finances straight. Although the new coalition government can start to tackle the issues facing the country we can all take a little time to re-examine our own individual finances.
I am a firm believer that where change occurs, opportunities are present. The emergency budget might close many loopholes as far as financial planning is concerned, but others may become available to encourage entrepreneurship & long term saving. Personally if you can get the most acceptable investment return for the level of risk you are able to accept , combined with applying tax breaks and low cost investment funds, then over the long term you should see the benefits.
The old phrase “don’t let the tax tail wag the dog” has never been closer to the truth. Apparently a large number of individuals with buy to lets have put them up for sale, hopefully to sell before the emergency budget in 3 weeks time. The reason is the possible change to capital gains tax. Great, but what if the government decide to backdate CGT to the 6th of April. In reality these investors should have taken the possible action of CGT into account when planning their investment portfolios. Property is an ill-liquid asset is not be easily disposed of. Due to the increase in property values over the last 10 years many investors will face possible CGT bills when they least expect it.
A competent financial adviser will be able to indicate the Disadvantages and Advantages concerning different types of investments. This should include the investment risks and practicable tax implications.
Consilium Asset Management is an IFA in Bristol.
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