Beckford & Lewis Financial Planning Ltd

29/10/2026

2026 Autumn Budget aftermath: What is changing?

Chancellor John Healey’s Autumn Budget on Wednesday (28 October) contained few major surprises. But that doesn’t mean changes are not ahead. The government will be relying on measures announced in previous budgets to increase tax revenues and it’s worth investors being aware of what is coming ...

22/10/2026

We put reminders in our phones for:
🎂 Birthdays
🚗 MOTs
🏠 Insurance renewals
🐶 Vet appointments
But when was the last time you checked when your mortgage deal ends?

Your fixed-rate end date can have a significant impact on your monthly household budget.
So it might be worth finding that date and putting it somewhere you’ll remember.

Future you may thank you for it.

22/10/2026

Don't wait until after the announcements - speak to us ahead of the Autumn Budget to review your plans and discuss what any potential changes could mean for you.

Beckford & Lewis Financial Planning Ltf is an Appointed Representative of and represents only St. James's Place Wealth Management plc (which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority).

SJP Approved 30/09/2026

21/10/2026

Most of us understand that inflation pushes up the cost of everyday essentials, from food shopping to energy bills. But fewer people realise it can also reduce the future value of their protection cover.

If you have life insurance or critical illness cover, the amount paid out might stay the same while the cost of living continues to rise. Over time, that could mean the policy provides less financial support than you originally intended. That’s why it’s worth considering ways to help your protection cover keep pace with inflation, so it continues to provide a valuable safety net for you and your loved ones.

Read more: https://www.beckfordandlewis.co.uk/article/detail/sjpp/shielding-protection-cover-from-inflation

20/10/2026

The headlines tell you what's changed. Understanding what it means for you is often the harder part.

Join St. James's Place's post-Budget webinar, where Hetal Mehta, Chief Economist, Claire Trott, Head of Advice, and Niall McGregor, Divisional Director: Advice Policy, hosted by Andy Payne, Director of Advice Support, will unpack the key announcements, answer common questions and explore the considerations that may be relevant to your financial plans.

📅 Monday 2 November
⏰ 10:30am - 11:30am

Register here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvUSAkA7CfPizt2Txyds-3xG2ucjXR0jagL8VrVI_mggY9Cyqlof~Ahu1X8VimZFG_JuFYTlEp7uzvErzsdR41qkTuE5fp7jZvplXkMfCLrwgvQ

Beckford & Lewis Financial Planning ltd is an Appointed Representative of and represents only St. James's Place Wealth Management plc (which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority).

SJP Approved 09/10/2026

16/10/2026

🏊‍♀️ Swimming backwards. Trying not to hit the wall. 😅

There’s something quite impressive about the 100m Backstroke. You’re moving quickly, but you can’t always see exactly what’s ahead. You have to trust your technique, keep your bearings and know when that wall is coming.

It’s not a bad analogy for financial planning either. Sometimes it’s less about seeing everything clearly and more about having a plan that helps you stay on course, even when you can’t see what’s around the corner.

We’re delighted to be sponsoring the 100m Backstroke at the Diss Otters Gala and proud to support our local swimming club. 🏊‍♂️💙

Good luck to everyone taking part this Sunday! 👏

09/10/2026

A lovely Trail to complete if you are popping into town 🗺️

CoLab Diss is in the Heritage Triangle opposite Fredricks Fine Foods.

Collect your Trail map from CoLab today before 4pm.
When you bring it back you can exchange it for a seed b○mb 🌻🌼🌷🪻⚘️
This trail has been designed by the wonderful artists of Last Autumn Light The Corn Hall

08/10/2026

We’re hearing this a lot.

For homeowners who fixed their mortgage a few years ago, the rate they’ve been paying can feel a world away from the rates available when their current deal ends.

And if the difference is several percentage points, the impact on the monthly payment can be substantial.🥲

It’s one of the reasons your fixed-rate end date is worth knowing. Not because you need to make a decision today.
Simply because understanding when your current deal ends gives you time to understand what the numbers could look like afterwards.

Know your mortgage. Know your dates. Know what’s coming.

06/10/2026

With less than four weeks before the chancellor John Healey stands up to give his first Budget, leaks about what might be announced have been few and far between.

The lack of rumours has also led to a notable reduction in speculation, which has been welcomed by both SJP and markets. The panic seen in previous years around potential changes to pensions for example, appears to have been largely muted.

However, in his keynote speech to the Labour Party conference in Birmingham on Tuesday, the prime minister Andy Burnham set out a pledge to offer access to free social care services to everyone in England – on which he intends to lead Labour into the next election.

Read more: https://www.beckfordandlewis.co.uk/article/detail/sjpp/autumn-budget-2026-with-a-month-to-go-what-lies-ahead

02/10/2026

We’re delighted to support Diss Otters and proud to play a small part in supporting our local community. 💙

Being part of the Diss community means a lot to us at Beckford & Lewis, and we’re always pleased to support the clubs and organisations that bring people together. 🏊‍♀️

🥇Race Sponsor Spotlight

A huge thanks to Beckford & Lewis Financial Planning Ltd for sponsoring an event at our Gala this month.

Their office is on the Market Place in town and they specialise in intergenerational financial planning, putting client’s needs at the heart of their business.

They are based here on the border, but cover the whole of East Anglia and beyond, building long term, trusted relationships and endeavouring to provide excellent customer service.

We love seeing local businesses getting behind our swimmers - thank you for being a part of it.

Ready, set - SWIM! 🏊