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2021 Investment Outlook from Omnis
In 5 themes for 2021 – Our Investment Outlook we explain why we hope 2021 turns out to be a year with fewer surprises, and what themes...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 19, 20211 min read
Updated Government financial support information
Covid-19 measures In the Budget 2020 on Wednesday 11 March, the Chancellor announced significant support for businesses and individuals...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 6, 20216 min read
Implications of UK-EU trade deal for investors
The UK and the EU agreed a post-Brexit trade deal at the eleventh hour. As many economists and investors had anticipated, a ‘no deal’ may...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 5, 20212 min read
Market Update - A look back at December 2020
December was a positive month for global equity markets to close an extraordinary year. The coronavirus pandemic has caused significant...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 4, 20212 min read
Could you live on the State Pension?
Let’s be honest, on the morning of 21 October few of us were waiting with bated breath as the latest UK inflation stats were revealed....
Richard Hitchell
Jan 2, 20212 min read
Five investment lessons from 2020
The global health crisis has pushed and pulled the global economy and financial markets in different directions over the past year, and...
Richard Hitchell
Dec 18, 20201 min read
Preparing emotionally for retirement
Happy, healthy, whole Retired or not, you’ll still want and need similar things in life: a sense of purpose, social interaction and...
Richard Hitchell
Dec 17, 20202 min read
Omnis wins coveted 5-star service award!
At the recent Financial Adviser Service Awards 2020, Omnis Investments were awarded the coveted 5 stars and also topped the list of...
Richard Hitchell
Dec 1, 20201 min read
Market Update - A look back at November 2020
It was an exceptional month for global equity markets in November as three potential vaccines emerged to overcome the coronavirus...
Richard Hitchell
Dec 1, 20202 min read
The Bank of...Granny and Grandad?
For many younger people struggling to get a foot on the property ladder, the Bank of Mum and Dad is the only option. With rent taking a...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 30, 20203 min read
A warm welcome to clients of Richard Short Associates
In 2019 Richard Short took the difficult decision to start planning for his retirement. This was by no means an easy decision, and it was...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 18, 20203 min read
Spotlight on Enterprise Investment Schemes and Venture Capital Trusts
Complex tax-efficient investments such as Enterprise Investment Schemes (EIS) and Venture Capital Trusts (VCT) are a consideration for...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 16, 20203 min read
Markets react positively to election news
After days of tension, news came in over the weekend that Joe Biden won the key battleground of Pennsylvania, 20 electoral votes was...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 10, 20201 min read
Market Update - A look back at October 2020
October was a tough month for global equity markets as rising coronavirus cases have resulted in tougher restrictions being imposed by...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 2, 20202 min read
November Update - US Elections and our latest blogs
In the final couple of months of what has been an extraordinary year, we hope that you and your family are continuing to stay well and...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 2, 20201 min read
Want to avoid retirement remorse?
Most people have a lot of different financial commitments and life can feel a bit like a financial juggling act. It can seem like saving...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 19, 20203 min read
Market update - a look back at September 2020
As we near the final quarter of what has been an extraordinary year, we hope that you and your family are continuing to stay well and the...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 2, 20202 min read
Managing mortgage stress – we’re here for you
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a second- stepper, or further up the housing ladder, buying a home is always a big move and can feel a...
Richard Hitchell
Jul 8, 20203 min read
Summer Statement Summary
In March, Rishi Sunak unveiled “one of the largest and most comprehensive economic responses in the world” to protect the UK’s population...
Richard Hitchell
Jul 8, 20203 min read
Give your children a head start with financial education
Financial literacy isn’t a skill that we are born with. Learning how to manage money effectively means acquiring a few important life...
Richard Hitchell
Jul 2, 20202 min read
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