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What is an ISA and is it for me?

What is an ISA? Is an ISA right for me? With interest rates at one of its lowest points, is this a good time to be looking at savings accounts? Christmas is fast approaching, another year is about to pass us by and, before we know it, we will have reached the end of the financial tax year. So … [Read more...]

When can I receive my State Pension?

Many people are asking - When can I receive my state pension? Do you know when you can receive your State Pension? The rules and regulations regarding the State Pension changed in April 2016 - do they affect you? Successive governments continue to meddle with when you might expect to receive your … [Read more...]

Do you understand the value of your property?

It is important that you understand the value of your property,whether you are a homeowner or a commercial landlord, according to Stockport property specialists, Fairhurst Estates.  Property is probably the biggest financial asset people possess. Deciding what to do with that asset – whether to … [Read more...]

FT-SE 100 index up 11% year on year

As the FT-SE 100 index of leading shares closed at 6,954 for a modest rise of 1% in October, it was however up by 11% on a year-to-date basis. For many of the major markets nothing much happened in October: only three of the twelve markets covered by Stockport based Cullen Wealth Management were … [Read more...]

Uber Ruling – A domino effect

Last week's court ruling that Uber drivers are employed drivers rather than being self-employed came as a surprise to many, not least Booth Ainsworth's Employment Tax Specialist Dawn Foden-Smith .  Dawn, who deals with employment status as part of her role in the firm's Corporate Tax team, has … [Read more...]

Virtual working – it’s never been easier

Virtual working has never been more easy or cost effective to implement, according to IT Solutions provider, Amshire. Advancing technologies has opened up the opportunity of creating a virtual workforce for just about every business. It is now as relevant to warehouse workers and wholesalers … [Read more...]

Stop employees using a mobile behind the wheel

Using a mobile behind the wheel is dangerous! In light of the tragic headlines this week, how can you stop employees using a mobile when they are driving as part of their work duties, and never use their mobile phones whilst they are on the move? This week, our member Health & Safety expert … [Read more...]

Why a Stockport BID is great news for us all

Just in case you’ve been out of circulation and off Twitter for the past few days, Stockport has voted for a Business Improvement District – a Stockport BID! By Helen White, Marketing Stockport & Vision Stockport  This is one of the most exciting opportunities that Stockport has had for … [Read more...]

IPPR reports small businesses face ‘digital divide’

According to a recent report from the IPPR North think-tank, small businesses face missing out on the digital revolution due to such as poor broadband connectivity and  lack of web skills. The report, Unbuffering Success, says that SMEs need to embrace digital to ensure UK competitiveness and that … [Read more...]

What happens when ground leases expire?

An active management issue that will become more and more prevalent in the coming years is the issue of ground leases, granted by local authorities in the 60s, for terms of 99 years or more. Such investments are often held by landlords and then sub-let out to tenants to be retained as a … [Read more...]

Drone Technology big plus for facilities managers

Drone Technology is proving to be a big benefit for facilities managers, building surveyors, tenants and owners in maintaining both commercial and residential properties. Drones have recently become something of a ‘buzz’ hobby. The small, unmanned remote controlled flying machines have become a … [Read more...]

Property asset management vital for good returns

In these highly turbulent market conditions, pro-active property asset management has never been more important in terms of driving value and “sweating assets” to produce either capital or income returns. An asset manager needs to have market awareness but also the flexibility to recognise when … [Read more...]