Latest News & Blogs from 88 Capital Wealth Management
Find all the latest news and blogs about financial and wealth planning from the team at 88 Capital Wealth Management.
Are you supporting adult children? Here’s why it should be part of your financial plan
A growing number of families are financially supporting their children or grandchildren as they navigate adulthood. A financial plan could help you understand the impact on your finances now and in the future. Stagnant wages, the rising cost of living, and...
Are you supporting adult children? Here’s why it should be part of your financial plan
A growing number of families are financially supporting their children or grandchildren as they navigate adulthood. A financial plan could help you understand the impact on your finances now and in the future. Stagnant wages, the rising cost of living, and...
Investment market update: June 2025
Trade tariffs continued to affect investment markets in June 2025, though uncertainty did start to ease. However, rising tensions in the Middle East may have affected the performance of your investments. Read on to find out more. Remember, it’s often wise to take a...
How the “blue dot theory” could influence your life
Do you consider yourself an optimist or a pessimist? The “blue dot theory” could suggest that humans are hard-wired to be pessimists, after psychologists discovered that once our brains are primed to see something (such as a blue dot), we see it everywhere, even when...
5 valuable reasons to consult a solicitor when writing your will
Writing your will should give you confidence that your assets will be distributed in line with your wishes when you pass away. Yet, for an increasing number of people, this might not be the case as they overlook the value of working with a professional. You don’t need...
The age you can access your pension may rise. Could it affect your retirement?
In April 2028, the age you can usually access your pension, known as the “normal minimum pension age” (NMPA), will rise from 55 to 57. So, if you hope to retire at 55, you might need to update your retirement plan. Even if your planned retirement date seems far away,...
How to prepare your loved ones for the “great wealth transfer”
Passing on your wealth to loved ones could transform their lives and mean they have more opportunities in the future. However, to get the most out of the “great wealth transfer”, younger generations need to be prepared to manage their inheritance. According to...
Why “boring” investments could be exciting long term
Opting for a “boring” investment strategy could be the route to returns that allow you to make exciting lifestyle decisions in the future. If you’re looking for excitement in your investments, read on to find out why that approach could lead to disappointments. The...
The Thursday Murder Club’s guide to retiring well
Richard Osman’s books about the Thursday Murder Club, a team of detective octogenarians, have sold millions of copies, and the team are set to hit the small screen in August. But Elizabeth, Ron, Joyce, and Ibrahim aren’t just providing entertainment; they could offer...
Why defining “financial freedom” could help you achieve it
Achieving “financial freedom” is an aspiration many people have. Yet, it can mean different things to each person and is influenced by other lifestyle goals, so defining how to measure it for you could help you turn it into a reality. Securing financial freedom so you...
Investment market update: May 2025
Uncertainty continued to lead to market volatility in May 2025. However, there was some good news for investors as some markets recovered the losses they experienced in April 2025. Read on to find out more and what factors may have influenced your portfolio’s...
