In life, the finest wisdom often comes from the most unexpected places. So, you may be surprised to learn that Jane Austen – one of the most revered romance authors of all time and a paragon of women’s literature –…read more
Musical health: The surprising benefits of putting on your favourite tunes
Music is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s also powerful, proven to boost your wellbeing and make you happier, smarter, and more productive. Whether you’re playing or listening, a musical interlude is an easy way to switch off from the…read more
The difficult but important estate planning conversations to have with your family
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Brunel Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. An estate plan sets out how you’d like your assets to be managed and distributed during…read more
Venture Capital Trusts: Why higher-rate taxpayers might want to invest in them
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Brunel Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. For some investors, particularly higher-rate taxpayers, Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) could offer an attractive and tax-efficient…read more
Why successful investing starts with your mindset, not the markets
What’s the most important factor affecting the performance of your investments? Your mind might jump to the ups and downs of the market, and they do have an effect. When share prices rise, so too will the value of your…read more
3 valuable ways to create a guaranteed income in retirement
Any links will direct to a third-party website and Brunel Wealth is not responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within linked sites. According to a September 2025 Financial Planning Today article, 39% of people say a guaranteed income…read more
How the benefits of your financial plan go beyond you to your family
A financial plan is rarely focused solely on the person making it. For many, a successful plan also benefits their family. When setting out your goals as part of your financial plan, your family might feature in them. Perhaps you…read more
Your Autumn Budget update, and what it means for you
After months of speculation and rumour, chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the Autumn Budget for 2025. In this update, we’ll explain the key changes and what they mean for you. Last year, in her maiden Budget, the chancellor sought to…read more
