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Iran & Inflation – Strait Talking
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Iran & Inflation – Strait Talking

In our latest Quarterly Market Update, Paul Kelly speaks with Dr Scott Osborne about the ongoing conflict in Iran, and its possible impacts, as well as looking at inflation; they also provide clients with a clear understanding of how the funds are currently positioned.
Gifting Your Home To Avoid IHT – A Costly Mistake?

‘If my house is going to be subject to Inheritance Tax anyway, why not gift it to my children now and take it out of the estate?’ This is one of the most misunderstood and poorly executed estate planning strategies. In this video, we walk you through the main pitfalls, explain when this approach does and doesn’t work for Inheritance Tax planning, and highlight the risks, including the loss of control, that are often overlooked and could cost you far more than you expect.

Trump and Iran – Why We’re Not Worried

Over the weekend, we saw events escalate in Iran and across the Middle East. In this video, our Chief Investment Officer, Scott Osborne, sits down with Jessica Creasey to discuss developments, including the implications for oil prices and ultimately, why our investors shouldn't be worried. 

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