Kevin Barnett
I sit on the board of two London Asset Management companies and also owned my own brokerage before merging it - and its extensive portfolio – with a major firm in 2006. I now prefer to spend my time analysing areas of growth and opportunity, while providing training for newly qualified individuals. I have always written on finance throughout my career, and have made contributions to publications such as Financial Planning, Risk Magazine, The Financial Times and International Business Times.
Super Tax Refunds On The Way For 2.6m Aussie Savers
Millions of Australian superannuation savers are set to pick up a surprise cash payment from the taxman.
Around 2.6 million saving for retirement in a superannuation scheme qualify for the tax windfall.
Savers with account balances...
VCT Investment Surges By 375% In A Decade
Venture capital trusts are sweeping up more money from investors as the opportunity to stake savings in other tax efficient investments dries up.
In 10 years, VCT investment has surged by 375% to £731 million...
Workplace Pension Transfer Values Drop Again
Workplace pension transfer values are still falling, according to new data.
The number of retirement savers transferring out of their direct benefit pensions is also dwindling, according to figures from monitor XPS Pensions Group.
The average...
Six Spending Hacks That Will Save You Money
Adding these six saving hacks to your investment tool kit could make all the difference to when you start a comfortable retirement.
The aim is to help you shift from someone who spend, spend, spends...
Best Countries For Expats To Stay Connected Online
Staying connected online is vital for expats - so where are the countries with the best digital services?
Expat group InterNations has polled thousands of expats around the world to find the best - and...
What Is The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme?
The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a great way of saving tax for anyone paying at the highest rates.
The generous tax breaks wrapped around SEIS are what makes the investment so attractive.
But like...
SEIS Benefits For Investors
The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is an investment of two halves - one for investors and the other for entrepreneurs seeking cash.
Both have rules they should stick to for a successful investment and...
More Than 40% of Billionaire’s Row Condos Unsold
It’s been five years since New York was crowned as the world’s top financial centre. NYC has since held on to that spot, followed by the likes of London and Hong Kong. However, a...
How Do No-Frills Airlines Make Their Money?
Britain’s short haul budget airline Monarch has crashed into bankruptcy with estimated debts of up to £250 million, which begs the question of just how do discount airlines make money?
Some passengers flying between European...
Brexit Chaos Delays Probate Fee Hike
At last some good has come out of Brexit as the Ministry of Justice confirms a probate fee hike planned for April 1 has been shelved until further notice.
The lack of Parliamentary time due...
Cryptojacking Detections Soar By 450%
Cryptojacking has increased by more than 450% this year and shows no sign of slowing down, according to new research.
Cryptojacking is when a remote computer illicitly takes control of a device and harnesses the...
Time Running Out Before Brexit Delay Kicks In
It’s time to take stick of Brexit with just about 10 days to go before Britain departs from the European Union.
Will the country slide out of the EU on March 29 without a deal?
Unlikely....
Crypto Jolts Back To Life And Drags Bitcoin To $4,000
Cryptocurrency has seen an unexpected rally as a sea of green lights up the price boards at exchanges around the world.
Bitcoin has improved from $3,911.29 to more than $4,000 for the first time since...
Soaring Home Values Boost IHT Tax Take
Astonishing new official figures show that where your home is when you die has a huge bearing on how much inheritance tax is paid on your estate.
The major factor is house prices and anyone...
Everything you need to know about blockchain technology
Blockchain is one of the most-used buzzwords of the modern internet, but as fintech providers adapt the technology to deliver new and secure online services, few understand completely how the blockchain works.
Experts claim the...
