by Geraldine Strong | Feb 2, 2023 | Estate Planning, Inheritance
Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying “in this world, nothing is certain, except death and taxes”. When it comes to Inheritance Tax, or IHT as it is sometimes known, and you have enough money, the two certainties go hand-in-hand. Our clients frequently tell us that...
by Geraldine Strong | Jan 25, 2023 | Magenta Team, Vlog, Wellbeing
Gretchen’s vlog this month covers the recent offsite Team Magenta Workshop, where Company Values and Team Charter were discussed, including tools which can be implemented to deliver a better and more efficient service to enhance our client experience in 2023. Also, a...
by Geraldine Strong | Mar 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Last week Chancellor Rishi Sunak provided an update on the state of the UK’s finances and also announced a few policy changes, so this was more low-key than the annual budget, which will take place in the autumn of this year. Inflation Inflation is already affecting...
by Geraldine Strong | Jan 17, 2022 | Financial Planning, Investments, Uncategorized
Over the years, we have been asked on many occasions about how to become a successful investor and make the most money. At Magenta we know that showing people how to get the most out of their time on the planet, is more important than making money, but also that...
by Geraldine Strong | Feb 8, 2021 | Advice, COVID19, Lifestyle
Having a 15-year-old daughter at the best of times can be challenging, add in homeschooling and Covid and we have a whole set of extra dramas and challenges! My daughter is in her most important school years whilst this Global Pandemic is happening. For her first year...