Author name: George Ladds

Let’s Talk About Money… Or Not. Family Financial Planning is an important topic for many households, even if it’s sometimes a difficult subject to discuss. Most families will happily spend hours discussing the weather, holidays, sport or what they are doing at the weekend. Money is often different. Despite the fact that money touches almost […]

One of the most rewarding parts of being a parent is helping your children succeed. Retirement Planning for Families is an essential part of securing that future success. Whether it is supporting them through university, helping with a first home deposit, contributing towards a wedding, or simply being there when life becomes difficult, most parents

Family wealth planning is about far more than investment returns. For many families, money represents choices, security and opportunities. It helps provide a comfortable retirement, supports children and grandchildren, and enables leaving a meaningful legacy. The way we think about wealth is changing. Previous generations often passed on property as their primary asset. Today, many

When people think about retirement planning, they often start with a number. “How much do I need?” “Do I need £500,000?” “Do I need £1 million?” Over the last two years, the team at Manning Gee Investments has spent a lot of time examining retirement and what it means to people. It has been a

Most investors do not fail because their portfolio was bad. They fail because they abandon the plan. Or in many cases… They never had a plan to begin with. DIY investing often looks simple. Open an ISA.Start a pension.Buy some investments.Watch them grow. But investing is not just about opening accounts. The real question is:

Why risk is about more than markets, volatility, or losing money When people first sit down with a financial planner, one of the most common things they say is: And that is completely understandable. The word risk often creates anxiety because many people assume it simply means losing money. But in reality, risk is much

A guide from Manning Gee Investments – Independent Financial Planning in Bristol If you spend any time reading financial headlines, it can feel like successful investing is all about knowing when to buy and when to sell. Buy the next Nvidia.Get into Bitcoin before everyone else.Move to cash before markets fall. Simple… isn’t it? Not

How Cashflow Modelling Supports Better Decisions Cashflow modelling in financial planning in the UK helps turn uncertainty into clarity by showing how your financial decisions today shape your future. Many financial decisions feel uncertain. These are not just financial questions—they are life questions. Cashflow modelling helps bring structure to these decisions, allowing you to move

Why Protection Is a Core Part of Financial Planning Protection financial planning is about safeguarding your income, your family, and your future—not just growing your investments. When we own a car, we wouldn’t consider driving it without insurance. At the same time, we wouldn’t own a house without buildings and contents insurance. Yet when it

Financial Planning for the Unexpected