Martin Hunt Independent Financial Adviser

10/04/2024

Good article from my colleague, Ben Alcock, on the importance of estate planning in keeping your hard earned wealth within the family.

Today’s tax receipt data shows that estate planning is more important than ever, according to national financial advice firm Continuum.

Ben Alcock FCII, Chartered Financial Planner at Continuum, said: “With inheritance tax receipts to HMRC continuing to rise with no sign of slowing down, now more than ever families need to be planning for their future accordingly.

(via IFA Magazine)

https://ifamagazine.com/rise-in-iht-receipts-highlights-importance-of-estate-planning/

06/02/2024

It is just important to consider what income you take in retirement as much as when you take it, as this can have a significant impact on your tax position.

At Continuum we’re looking at seven simple ways to reduce the share of your retirement wealth the taxman can take.

02/10/2023

🎉 Exciting News! 🏆

We're thrilled to announce that we've been ranked among the Top 100 Financial Advisers of 2023 by FTAdviser. 📈💼

Thank you to our amazing team and valued clients for their continued support! 🙌



https://www.ftadviser.com/your-industry/2023/09/29/all-the-ftadviser-top-100-winners-revealed/

31/07/2023

Some great news on how we are continuing to support our clients in these difficult times.

National independent financial adviser firm Continuum has seen assets under advice increase by almost a fifth to over £1.81bn.

Continuum’s Q2 2023 results showed a 19% rise in assets under advice, as well as a 14% increase in financial advisers numbers to 67.

The IFA firm also “strengthened” its adviser support via an increase in its paraplanning and central administration teams.

Regarding the Financial Conduct Authority’s Consumer Duty which will come into force at the end of this month (31 July 2023), Continuum said it is “well prepared for its introduction”.

(via Money Marketing)

https://www.moneymarketing.co.uk/news/continuum-sees-advised-assets-increase-by-19-to-over-1-8bn/

31/07/2023

19/01/2023

To reinforce my previous post. This may be the time to get back in to the market. Call me if you wish to discuss further.

Although recent newspaper headlines with talk of recession are enough to make you despair, we believe in taking a positive view.

13/01/2023

Whilst it is sometimes difficult to get away from the gloom and the noise regarding strikes, inflation, cost of living and a potential recession, the outlook for your investments this year is looking far more positive. In many ways it may be the ideal time to invest. If you would like to discuss further get in touch.

We are looking at some financial resolutions you should keep, and which might even be the key to making your 2023 a more prosperous new year.

08/02/2022

Thank you to all our clients for their support and to the fantastic team at Continuum. Great start to 2022!

We are delighted to have been recognised by FT Adviser as one of the Top 100 Financial Advisers in 2021. 🏆



https://mycontinuum.co.uk

25/01/2022

Rapid inflation mean that savings fall in real value. We look at how you can protect your finances from the effects of inflation.

11/01/2022

Continuum is an award-winning Partnership of Independent Financial Advisers providing Financial Planning services across the UK.

06/01/2022

Happy New Year all. Get 2022 off to a positive start by letting me help you in putting together a plan for your financial future. If you would like to know more about how I can support you, get in touch.