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24/10/2026

Does financial advice really need to be so complicated?

After 25 years in the financial industry, Rob Smith from rockwealth Chiswick believes the answer is no.

Too many people have pensions, investments and financial products accumulated over the years without a clear understanding of how everything fits together.

Sometimes the best financial decision isn't adding something new. It's simplifying what you already have.

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23/10/2026

Inheritance tax is usually 40%. So where does the 60% trap come from?

When an estate exceeds £2 million, the residence nil-rate band starts to disappear.

From April 2027, most unused pensions will also count towards the estate's value, potentially pushing more families into this threshold.

For some estates, the combined effect creates an effective 60% inheritance tax rate on part of their wealth.

Tom Redmayne at rockwealth Cambridge explains how the rules work and why families with substantial pensions and property should review their plans.

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23/10/2026

Successful investing isn't about predicting the next winning stock.

Decades of academic research have identified characteristics such as company size, value and profitability that can influence long-term expected returns.

This is the foundation of factor investing.

At rockwealth, we use these evidence-based principles to build globally diversified portfolios, focusing on long-term growth, managing risk and keeping costs low.

Because a disciplined investment strategy should be built on research, not guesswork.

22/10/2026

Could you afford to spend more in retirement than you think?

After decades of saving, switching to spending can feel surprisingly difficult.

Hetty Hyde-Durrant from rockwealth explains how financial planning could help you feel more confident about spending your retirement savings without constantly worrying about running out of money.

Because retirement isn't just about building wealth. It's about understanding how you can enjoy it.

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21/10/2026

Could spending or gifting some of your wealth now reduce your family's future inheritance tax bill?

With unused pensions coming into the inheritance tax calculation from April 2027, some families may need to rethink how they use their retirement savings.

Tom Redmayne, Chartered Financial Planner at rockwealth Cambridge, explains why spending, gifting and reviewing your pension withdrawal strategy could all be worth considering.

The right approach depends on your circumstances, but understanding your options now could make a significant difference.

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20/10/2026

Are your investments actually helping you achieve your financial goals?

Having pensions, savings and investments is one thing. Knowing whether they're enough to support the future you want is another.

In our video, Brandon Lamam, Chartered Financial Planner at rockwealth Leeds, explains why good financial planning starts with understanding where you are today and where you want to be.

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20/10/2026

Meet Nicola Floyd, one of the financial planners behind rockwealth Cotswolds.

Nicola has spent more than 20 years working in finance, from investment banking around the world to fund management and impact investing.

Along the way, she developed a strong belief that financial planning should be about much more than choosing investments.

It's about understanding your life, your goals and what financial freedom means to you.

Now working alongside Andy Collett in the Cotswolds, Nicola is helping bring that approach to local individuals and families.

Read Nicola's story and discover why she chose rockwealth:

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19/10/2026

Could the April 2027 pension changes affect what your family inherits?

From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds will be included in the value of an estate for inheritance tax purposes.

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For families in Brighton, Hove and across Sussex with valuable property, substantial pension savings and other investments, the financial impact could be significant.

At rockwealth Brighton, Steven Williams helps individuals and families understand how pensions, retirement income, inheritance tax planning and estate planning fit together.

The changes could mean that financial strategies which made sense several years ago now need reviewing.

Speak to rockwealth Brighton about reviewing your pensions and estate planning before the changes take effect.

Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and rules may change.

19/10/2026

When your parents start needing more support, are you financially prepared?

Care costs. Changes to the family home. Lasting Powers of Attorney. Retirement income. Inheritance planning.

These are conversations many families put off until something happens.

At rockwealth Leamington, Owen is a SOLLA later-life adviser, supporting families through the financial decisions that come with ageing and changing care needs.

Our article explores six important considerations and why planning ahead can make a difficult stage of life easier to manage.

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18/10/2026

"Financial planning, done well, can be truly life-changing."

For Nick Hutchings at rockwealth Reading, losing his best friend in his 40s changed how he thought about life, work and money.

It reinforced something he now brings to every client relationship.

Financial planning shouldn't start with investments.

It should start with understanding what makes life meaningful to you.

At rockwealth, we believe money is a tool to help you live the life you want, not the ultimate goal.

Your life first. Your finances second.

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