This article was first published by Nucleus on 12 March 2021 and can be found at the following link: https://illuminate.nucleusfinancial.com/blog/aim-relief-role-aim-investing-iht-planning As advisers encourage clients to utilise their ISA allowances before the end of the tax year and for the new tax year, we see the usual round of news stories appearing on the number of…
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In his latest AIM Market update, Matt Strachan considers the falls in dividend income this year and why AIM companies, in comparison with the FTSE 100, should see a much faster recovery. Click here to read the full article.
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In his latest AIM Market update, Matt Strachan considers why real value can be found in the more cyclical stocks held in our AIM IHT Portfolio. Click here to read the AIM Market update.
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This week is the 25th anniversary of the Alternative Investment Market (AIM). So, I thought it appropriate to indulge a little in its history and success. I remember its launch well, as I had been responsible for a couple of investments on one of its forebears, the Unlisted Securities Market (USM). Back in 1995 it…
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Paying taxes unfortunately is a fact of life, and nearly all of them come before death. The exception to the rule is Inheritance Tax (IHT). When it comes to thinking about life after we are gone, however, many of us are uncomfortable discussing this with our families. The danger is that, if no forward planning…
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Due to the current political uncertainty and a slowdown in global growth, it may not feel like the most appropriate time to think about your future financial well-being. Arguably however, this is probably the most appropriate time to get your finances in order. Speaking to a financial adviser is a key first step towards taking…
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Thorntons Investments celebrated success at the 2019 Growth Investors Awards last night when named as the runner up for Best AIM Portfolio Service. The award recognises tax-efficient investment managers who champion AIM with advisers and investors and can demonstrate both outstanding performance and a real commitment to the market. Matt Strachan, Chief Investment Officer, commented: “We are very…
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We are delighted to be named as a finalist at the Investment Week 2019/20 Tax Efficiency Awards. For the second year running, our AIM IHT Portfolio Service has been shortlisted for Best AIM IHT Portfolio Service – DFM provider. These awards are designed to recognise the most successful and forward-thinking providers in the area of…
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Our Head of Business Development David Holmes looks at the use of AIM investment as an Inheritance Tax solution for business owners selling their business. This article was first published in Insider magazine in July 2019. Owners who sell their businesses risk giving a slice of the proceeds to the taxman after their death. How can…
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Thorntons Investments shortlisted twice at the 2019 Growth Investor Awards Thorntons Investments is delighted to have been named as a double finalist at this year’s Growth Investor Awards. We have been shortlisted in two categories: Best AIM Portfolio Service and Best BR Investment Manager – Listed. Guy Tolhurst, Managing Director of event organiser Intelligent Partnership…
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