PK Group have released a revised version of the mini budget review to inform you of the updated government budget announcements. Click here to view: Mini-Budget-2022 V2 For more information, please do not hesitate to contact us via welcome@pkgroup.co.uk or +44 (0)20 8334 9953
As the value of the pound falls, it has been announced that nearly 3000 mortgage deals have been pulled. It is said that banks and building societies have withdrawn deals in anticipation of increasing interest rates. Are you a first-time buyer or looking to re-mortgage? In this article, PK Group have provided insights to...
Have you missed the Mini Budget review? Do you require more information? PK Group have attached a Mini Budget Brochure to inform you of the latest government updates, such as tax cuts and the stamp duty abolition. Click here to view: Mini-Budget-2022 For more information, please do not hesitate to contact us via welcome@pkgroup.co.uk...
Introduction On the 20th September 2022, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest. After 70 years on the throne and having stood as a powerful symbol of Britain, we are united in remembering her life and dedication to the public services. The nation has been accustomed to seeing her portrait on stamps,...
Market Overview Q2 2022 Introduction Rising inflation and expectations of a series of interest rates hikes in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere have triggered a broad market sell-off in most asset classes including equities, fixed income and property with the notable exception of Chinese equities which performed well in the second quarter. Chinese...
On Thursday 30th June we had a social Get-Together in our Richmond office. It was great to get everyone together for some pizza, nibbles and drinks and to take part in a quiz. Our Business Support Manager, Paul Baden, was our brilliant quizmaster for the evening. We had rounds on general knowledge, sport, music...
Spring Statement 2022 Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled the contents of his Spring Statement in the House of Commons. Chancellor Rishi Sunak told MPs in the House of Commons that “today’s statement builds a stronger, more secure economy for the United Kingdom”. Mr. Sunak outlined how the Government will look to aid individuals who...
In a guest blog for Be Richmond, Tim Philpott from our Employee Benefits department, explains 5 common pension mistakes that could harm your retirement and the useful tips that will help you take control of your financial future. To see the full article on the Be Richmond website Click Here. For more information on...
Yesterday saw the second Budget this year and the second delivered by Rishi Sunak as Chancellor. He declared that the UK is entering a “new age of optimism” giving the Chancellor extra fiscal firepower as a result of a brighter economic outlook. In his speech he set out the plans to “build back better”...
We’ve seen a few headlines about various aspects of pensions recently and so have put together a quick round up. State Pension ‘Triple Lock’ suspended The State Pension normally enjoys the protection of the ‘Triple Lock’ which means that each year it rises in line with the greater of either: Inflation (Consumer Price Index)...