Latest News & Blogs from 88 Capital Wealth Management
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The surprising impact of investing decision paralysis
Delaying an investment decision might seem harmless. After all, you’re not increasing the amount of risk you’re taking, withdrawing assets, or changing your portfolio. However, significant delays could have a negative long-term impact. Decision paralysis is the...
The surprising impact of investing decision paralysis
Delaying an investment decision might seem harmless. After all, you’re not increasing the amount of risk you’re taking, withdrawing assets, or changing your portfolio. However, significant delays could have a negative long-term impact. Decision paralysis is the...
Turning wealth into happiness: Why a plan makes a difference
The saying “money can’t buy happiness” is true. Wealth doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be happier, but it could give you the freedom to focus on the things you enjoy and boost your wellbeing as a result. How you use money is just as important as having it when...
How cashflow modelling might identify potential financial shocks
Financial shocks can have a devastating effect on your short- and long-term finances. While you can’t remove the unexpected from your life, it is possible to be prepared, and a cashflow model could help you identify how. A cashflow model could help you visualise...
5 tips for overcoming the fear of investment uncertainty
Investing money can feel daunting because you can’t be sure what your returns will be or whether you’ll suffer a loss. While you can’t eliminate uncertainty from investing, there may be things you can do to overcome the fear of the unknown if it’s affecting your...
Investment market update: January 2026
Data and market movements as of 30 January 2026. Geopolitical tensions and threats of trade tariffs continued to impact global investment markets at the start of 2026. Read on to find out what factors may have affected your investments at the start of 2026. Please...
6 in 10 over-45s are underestimating the cost of care by thousands of pounds
Brits could face a potential funding gap if they need care later in life. A report from the Just Group (8 December 2025) suggests that 6 in 10 over-45s are underestimating the cost of a care home by thousands of pounds. Industry figures suggest average residential...
The power of pension tax relief and how it could boost your retirement income
If you’re saving for retirement, you will want to get the most out of what you’re putting into your workplace or private pension. Fortunately, there are plenty of tax efficiencies when you save your wealth into a pension. Indeed, any investment returns generated...
What you can learn from Michael Sheen about spending with purpose
Spending money with purpose can improve your wellbeing. With International Day of Happiness taking place on 20 March 2026, now is the perfect time to think about how you want to use your wealth in a meaningful way, taking inspiration fromrenowned actor Michael Sheen....
3 insights from the FTSE 100’s performance that could help you curb impulsive decisions
Despite ups and downs throughout the year, 2025 proved to be a great year for the FTSE 100 – an index of the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. According to the Guardian (31 December 2025), the FTSE 100 increased in value by a fifth in 2025,...
5 ways to emotionally recover from past financial mistakes
Mistakes, financial or otherwise, are a part of life, and it’s normal to make them from time to time. While mistakes can be frustrating, moving past them is important. Holding onto mistakes and letting them dictate the decisions you make now could cause problems. For...
