Gavin Johnson, Author at solusfinancial.co.uk

Why the Labour government could reform the State Pension and what it means for you

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 8, 2025 | News, Pensions

Almost half of Brits doubt the State Pension will exist by the time they retire, according to a PensionsAge report published in July 2025. While scrapping the State Pension may not be on the cards yet, there are suggestions that significant changes, which may affect...

5 challenges a financial midlife MOT could help you overcome

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 8, 2025 | News

Your midlife can be an exciting time; you may have ticked off some goals or bucket list items and are looking forward to what the future holds. Yet, it might also present some new challenges. Arranging a financial midlife MOT could help you overcome obstacles and feel...

What could a Labour wealth tax look like?

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 8, 2025 | News

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing some difficult decisions ahead of the Autumn Budget, and one option that’s reportedly under consideration is the introduction of a wealth tax. In August 2025, the BBC reported that the Labour government must increase taxes if it is...

Planning for care: How to set out your wishes

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 8, 2025 | News

Planning for the possibility of needing care can be daunting, but it also provides you with a sense of control and a chance to set out what your wishes would be. Over the last few months, you’ve read about why preparing a care plan is important and the potential costs...

How pension and Inheritance Tax policy changes could affect your legacy

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 8, 2025 | News, Pensions

From April 2027, pensions are expected to fall within your estate and could be liable for Inheritance Tax (IHT). That date might seem far away, but the policy change has the potential to significantly affect your estate plan, so thinking about it now could be useful....

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Why the Labour government could reform the State Pension and what it means for you

5 challenges a financial midlife MOT could help you overcome

What could a Labour wealth tax look like?

Planning for care: How to set out your wishes

How pension and Inheritance Tax policy changes could affect your legacy

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