Gavin Johnson, Author at solusfinancial.co.uk

6 useful tips for avoiding headline-driven decisions ahead of the Budget

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 9, 2026 | News

The government will set out its tax, spending and economic plans for the year ahead and beyond on 28 October 2026 in the Autumn Budget. The weeks leading up to an Autumn Budget always feature rumours about what might change and how it could affect personal finances....

The dangers of using AI to write your will

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 9, 2026 | News

In just a few years, AI has transformed how we approach tasks both at work and in our personal lives. While using AI could save you valuable time in some areas, it could pose risks in others, including when you’re writing or updating your will. Your will sets out who...

The psychology behind favouring cash instead of investing

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 9, 2026 | News

Psychology could be one reason why some people are reluctant to invest, even when it fits into their wider financial plan. Managing risk is an important part of life. You check the road before you cross the street, and you might be encouraged to take out home...

5 common scams you need to be aware of

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 9, 2026 | News

In last month’s article, you read about why it’s often more difficult than you expect to identify scams. With the amount of money lost to fraud rising, being aware of common types of scams could mean you’re in a better position to spot the warning signs. According to...

Explained: Capital Gains Tax and how you could reduce your liability

by Gavin Johnson | Sep 9, 2026 | News

The amount HMRC is forecast to collect through Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is set to more than double between 2024/25 and 2030/31, according to the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR, 9 February 2026). The good news is that there might be steps you could take to reduce...

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6 useful tips for avoiding headline-driven decisions ahead of the Budget

The dangers of using AI to write your will

The psychology behind favouring cash instead of investing

5 common scams you need to be aware of

Explained: Capital Gains Tax and how you could reduce your liability

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