“You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.” – George Bernard Shaw. I liked that quote, especially after reaching a benchmark birthday which, as expected, led to me being deluged with birthday cards. All of them (with the exception of my mother’s) poked fun at my advancing years. … Continued
“Wealth is the ability to fully experience life.” Henry David Thoreau. There’s an understandable view that wealth management and financial planning exist to make wealthy people wealthier. I beg to differ. Our mission and purpose is to equip individuals and families through education and coaching to make positive, informed financial decisions with confidence. I agree … Continued
The prospect of the taxman taking a substantial chunk of your hard-earned income is never a pleasant one. For residents in Scotland earning above £75,000, a new tax threshold alongside an increase to the Top rate of tax announced in last month’s Scottish budget may leave many feeling uneasy. In this article we will expand … Continued
During our Appreciation Dinner, Simon announced we had become a B Corp. I realised many would know little about B Corps so let me explain. What is a B Corp? The B Corp (Benefit Corporation) movement was established in 2006 and set out to harness the power of business as a force for good. The … Continued
You Know More Than You Think…. Sounds like a quote from Yoda. Albert Einstein once said, “The only source of knowledge is experience.” We agree. There’s a vast difference between book knowledge and practical experience. Would you think of jumping into a swimming pool if all you’ve done is read a book on swimming? Probably … Continued
I read an article recently, not unusual for me I know, as I try to keep up with the ever-changing world of finance, technology, and more. This particular article, however, caused me to stop, re-read the headline a couple of times, and refresh my coffee before returning to check it again. Here is the headline … Continued
As the first day of autumn arrives tomorrow, we find ourselves in a season of transition. The world around us undergoes an amazing transformation, with leaves changing colours and temperatures dropping. This natural shift serves as a reminder of the constant ebb and flow of life. Just as nature adapts to changing seasons, so must … Continued
Albert Einstein: “The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” I have been trying to come up with a collective name for taxes. After all, we have a murder of crows, a crash of rhinos, a scurry of squirrels, and my personal favourite, a bloat of hippos. I’d like to propose we … Continued
Long awaited summer holidays this year will be memorable, not because of travel chaos, but due to extreme temperatures. Holiday destinations across southern Europe have seen records tumble daily as the heat intensifies. Temperatures of over 45°C are widespread. Wild fires have broken out across Greece, Italy, Turkey, Portugal, France, Croatia, even Switzerland. Northern African … Continued
“What all of us have to do is to make sure we are using AI in a way that is for the benefit of humanity, not to the detriment of humanity.” Said Tim Cook CEO of Apple Inc. There’s a problem with that Tim. Some people are embracing AI for their own benefit. Fraudsters consider … Continued
