The Blincoe Blog
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“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”
- Benjamin Franklin
Family Income Benefit Explained: Affordable Life Insurance for Growing Families
Family Income Benefit policies - what are they and why they're a good life insurance option, particularly for those with young families
"Low cost life insurance, particularly well suited for those with young families”
The Autumn Statement: 3 things you might have missed
Improved ISA flexibility, calls for one pension pot for life and a ditched pension death tax
State Pension Set to Rise Again—But What’s Actually Behind the Increases?
On current annuity rates, a full State Pension is equivalent to a private pension worth over £200k
"The best investment you never had"
Paying 60% Tax? Here's How a Pension Contribution Could Cut That in Half
Once taxable income breaches £100,000, you become subject to an effective 60% income tax on the next £25,140. However, this can be mitigated via pension contribution.
Active vs Passive Investing: Why Markets Need Both and Where the Real Opportunity Lies
“A love-hate relationship”
Introducing Blincoe Financial Planning
Introducing Blincoe, a brand new independent financial planning firm that aims to deliver high quality advice, at a fair and reasonable price.
"IT’S ADVICE JIM, BUT NOT AS WE KNOW IT"
