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Fixed Income Loan Notes: A Viable Alternative to Property Portfolio in the UK
Introduction: In recent years, the UK has seen a surge in the popularity of fixed income loan notes as an alternative investment option. While property management has long been considered a reliable avenue for generating income, fixed income loan notes offer a...
The Power of Influence: Exploring the Soft Power Index
Introduction In an increasingly interconnected world, the concept of power extends beyond military might and economic strength. Soft power, a term coined by political scientist Joseph Nye, refers to a nation's ability to shape the preferences of others through...
The Importance of Infrastructure Projects and the influence of Family Offices
Infrastructure projects play a vital role in the development and growth of economies. They are the building blocks of a modern society, providing the foundation upon which businesses can operate and communities can thrive. From roads and bridges to airports and power...
AI Benefits and Dangers
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly important aspect of our daily lives. From voice assistants to autonomous cars, AI has transformed the way we live, work, and interact with each other. AI can provide numerous benefits to human society, but it...
Project Funding – After the Low interest Rate World
Project Funding – After the Low interest Rate World The uncertainty of the current high-inflation, high-interest environment has called into question the viability of some developments. Large projects within real estate, hospitality, and tourism that are heavily...
Loan Notes as a Hedge against Inflation
Loan Notes Whilst inflation is seemingly hitting a plateau in the UK, it is very much dominating the narrative when it comes to investing. This is, in part, because the consensus among economists seems to be that not only will inflation not come down quickly, central...
Estate Planning and The Perils of Not Planning
Estate planning is a grand term for simply passing on your assets after passing away. However, this isn’t without justification, because the process can sometimes be tricky to get right. The importance of protecting family wealth and passing it on doesn’t need to be...
Blockchain, The Metaverse and NFTs – The possibilities are endless!
It seems as though the world of blockchain has come in waves. First came the idea of Bitcoin and its exponential rise in value. Next came NFT art and the likes of Bored Ape Yacht Club making it to mainstream television. And today, the Metaverse is showing the world...
Is Irish Cask Whiskey a Good Investment
Irish Whiskey is back in fashion. With claims by the Irish Whiskey Association that it’s become a significant player in the high-end market, worldwide sales are up to 6 million 9-Liter cases in 2021 compared to 434,000 in 2002. In fact, Irish whiskey sales are...
Section 24 The Landlords Dilemma
Introduced in April 2017, Section 24 is a tax law that directly impacts the amount of tax relief that landlords can receive. The ‘Tenant Tax’ was introduced in phases, but by April 2020, it was fully implemented and impacted hundreds of thousands of landlords across...