Hello Yellow! Introducing butter yellow – the new neutral colour this season. Quiet luxury and minimalistic fashion trends have encouraged endless shades of beige, grey, and dull neutrals. Colour has been wiped from our wardrobes! Stepping into spring and the recent arrival of the sunshine (in the UK – would you...
The publication of the Commonhold White Paper on March 3 has sparked significant discussions. The Government unveiled its proposals to make commonhold the default tenure for flats and multi-unit developments, with a clear aim to phase out the leasehold system. This move forms part of the broader leasehold reforms, aiming to...
A brand new, free to enter and food-focused family event is set to take place in Civic Centre Close in St Albans city centre from April 11-13. Organised by Zoom Events, the St Albans FEASTival will feature an eclectic mix of world street foods, handmade groceries and craft stalls with bar...
Because some weekends deserve to feel special — and this one is for you. Visit Christopher Place this Saturday, March 29, from 11am to 1pm, as the shopping centre sets the scene for a relaxed, elegant Mother’s Weekend — designed to celebrate the women we love with music, flowers, and a...
Every parent wants to set their children up for success. With smart planning, you can provide financial security and reduce your tax for your children through gifting, trusts, and other estate planning mechanisms. Here are a few examples of how you can do this: 1. Gifting Money to Your Children Giving money during...
Savers have one final opportunity to buy missing National Insurance years from 2006 to 2016, before April 5 2025. Filling gaps in your record can provide a significant boost to your annual State Pension, as Martin Cotter, Lumin Wealth’s Managing Director, explains. Do you have an incomplete National Insurance record between...
Many UK Government bonds, or gilts, are currently trading below their nominal value. High earners can benefit from attractive after-tax yields, thanks to tax-free capital gains. Lumin Wealth’s Managing Director, Martin Cotter, explains more. A conventional gilt (UK Government bond) is a type of debt security whereby an investor lends their...
They (although we’re not sure who ‘they’ are but it’s often said!) say the eyes are the window to the soul, and honestly, they might be onto something.Think about it - eyes don’t just help you see the world; they also let the world see you!Whether it’s joy, sadness, mischief,...
As Mother’s Day approaches, we’re on hand to help you find the perfect gift whether you’re shopping for your mum, grandma or another amazing maternal figure you love. From fashion to self-care, home décor, or personalised gifts The Maltings Shopping Centre has everything you need to make her feel cherished...
Many savers are facing a heavier tax load, in light of recent tax changes. This makes it more important than ever to make full use of existing tax shelters before April 5. The Autumn Budget spelled bad news for savers, with many families and small business owners set to face a...
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