One of Castlegate’s team members, Asia O’Sullivan, is raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support by taking part in the virtual Swim It challenge. This is a 21-mile swim taking place during June and July, with…
The UK tax year, lasting from 6 April until 5 April, is an important “window” to take advantage of allowances and other tax benefits which could put you in a better financial position. In 2023-24,…
How do personal pensions work? Your questions answered 3>
Personal (or “private”) pensions can be a valuable retirement planning tool to help you reach your long-term goals. Yet what are they and how do they work? In this guide, our Grantham financial planners explain...
Second Annual Charity Golf Day – Castlegate in the Community 3>
Castlegate Financial Management hosted their second annual Charity Golf Day tournament for clients and their guests at Sleaford Golf Club. 48 competitors took part in a Pairs Betterball Stableford competition, featuring a Shotgun start with…
In 2023, Tuition Fee Loans still cover the full cost of a university course for most undergraduate students. However, these only apply to admin costs, lectures and other key academic services. They do not apply…
In 2023, financial records (e.g. bank statements) are housed, and accessed, online. The days of paper-based documentation are largely gone. Whilst this offers benefits such as better protection for the environment, it also presents new…
What is the best way to generate a reliable income in retirement? Broadly speaking, you can use your pension savings in two ways – buy an annuity, or keep the money invested and take gradual…
Financial independence – sometimes called FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) has become quite popular in recent years, especially amongst younger people who dream of a nomadic lifestyle travelling the world...
Imagine a ship which sails to sea. If the captain does not check the anchor, navigation, communication equipment and safety appliances (e.g. life vests), would it not be foolish to leave the port?...
4 financial planning mistakes and how to avoid them 3>
Did you know that one-third of Britons admit to making “silly mistakes” with their cash over the last 12 months? These include accidental app purchases on a smartphone, booking tickets and failing to cancel subscriptions...
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