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The number of business owners considering MBOs triples

nebusiness.co.uk — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT

RESEARCH commissioned by Coutts reveals that the number of business owners prepared to consider a Management buy-out (MBO) has tripled in the last three years, as entrepreneurs have had to consider all options in a difficult economic market.

Economic & Market Overview with Charles Nicholson

nebusiness.co.uk — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:59:00 GMT

PROACTIVE central Bank liquidity injections along with low equity valuations have resulted in a positive start to 2012. This is the best start since 1994.

Bespoke advice to companies

nebusiness.co.uk — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:57:00 GMT

HAVING started my career in the Independent Financial Advisor (IFA) sector, I understand how important it is for discretionary fund managers to recognise the individual characteristics of each advisor’s business.

Budget 2012: the main talking points

nebusiness.co.uk — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:50:00 GMT

NOW that the dust has settled on last week's Budget, let's take a look at some of the key changes.

Making life easier for clients hoping to invest wisely

nebusiness.co.uk — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:50:00 GMT

MANAGING your investments is a tough enough task at the best of times, but in an economic climate where unpredictability and uncertainty has become the norm, and in an age where there is more financial information available than you could ever hope to review and act upon, it’s become even more difficult.

Trusts - what are they and why do I need one?

nebusiness.co.uk — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:20:00 GMT

HAY & Kilner's seven-strong private capital team advises on wills, trusts, inheritance tax, succession planning and capacity issues.

Economic and market overview

nebusiness.co.uk — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:58:00 GMT

THE West urgently needs policies which stimulate growth. The IMF has indicated 'the global economy has entered a dangerous new phase – the recovery has weakened considerably. Strong policies are needed to improve this outlook and reduce risks.'

Expanding legal team makes key signing

nebusiness.co.uk — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:43:00 GMT

ONE of the most experienced wealth management teams in the North East has been bolstered by a major senior appointment amid plans for expansion and a roll out of new services.

Time to take a long hard look at your pension

nebusiness.co.uk — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:29:00 GMT

WE are facing an extraordinary period of financial turmoil as markets try to decide whether the euro will collapse or split up, and also whether we are heading for a global recession, or just a recession in the UK.

Another prestigious win for financial planners

nebusiness.co.uk — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:24:00 GMT

HAVING just celebrated its 40th anniversary this year, Lowes Financial Management is also celebrating its third Moneyfacts Good Advice award in a row.

Oil price and inflation key areas

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:09:00 GMT

THE last two quarters have seen markets continue the strong run, in particular cyclical and economically sensitive stocks. The earthquake in Japan and subsequent problems did unsettle markets, however, many markets have managed to recover much of their losses.

Safeguard and take control of your assets in old age

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT

IN A bid to keep up with the growing concerns of clients to protect their assets in the event of old age or demise, MH Legal is leading the way in the North East legal community, by launching an innovative new estate planning service called Asset Protection Trusts.

It's your money - make it count in your life

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 11:14:00 GMT

A NORTH East financial planning company has promised "no boring facts, figures and complex funds" when it hosts a free session in which it promises to show an enlightened approach to financial planning.

Sunnier economic outlook but the clouds are still lingering

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:16:00 GMT

THE havoc wreaked by the global financial crisis over the past three years has left the world seemingly divided along new lines of growth and austerity.

Expert handling for your wealth

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:00:00 GMT

LIKE everything in life, you have more chance of achieving your goals if you have a plan. Your financial aspirations are no different, so when it comes to creating, protecting and enhancing your wealth it’s important to get some expert handling.

Planning for retirement - what are your options?

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

MILLIONS of people are not saving enough for a comfortable retirement, solely relying on the State pension, which is just £97.65 a week.

Succession for family business owners

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMT

FAMILY businesses contribute hugely to the UK economy. On a national level they provide more than 40% of private sector employment and on a local level play a vital role in enhancing their communities.

Why wills matter

nebusiness.co.uk — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMT

LAST weekend hundreds of people came and asked us about wills. They ranged from couples in their early 30s who have just had their first child, to single people in their 40s and those in their 70s with grandchildren.