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Home valuation requests hit a record high at the start of the year

Was your new year’s resolution to move home in 2024? That seems to be the case for many homeowners in the UK, as there were a record number of requests for in-person property valuations in January*. What is a home valuation? One of the first steps a...

Nurturing Future Financial Experts: Harry’s Work Experience at Citrus Financial

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Harry, a Year 10 student from Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys, to Citrus Financial for his work experience. We set Harry a challenging project: to...

Your Retirement Strategy

How’s your retirement plan coming along? In order to secure financial stability and peace of mind when you stop working, whether you’re nearing retirement, or you still have many years of your...

Do you need to reassess your life insurance?

When was the last time you reviewed your life insurance policy? It might not be easy to think about what will happen when you’re gone, but it is important to make sure your cover is still relevant for...

Why is the cost of home insurance rising?

Home owners and insurers a like are feeling the impact of the winter storms, as the average home insurance premium increased by 4% in the final quarter of 2023*. A stormy winter The last three months...

Elections and investments – prepping for a pivotal year

Did you know that 64 countries are due to hold elections this year (including India, Brazil, the US and the UK)? Some of these elections carry significant global implications and, depending on their...

IHT receipts and investigations on the rise

In the first ten months of the 2023/24 financial year, HMRC collected £6.3bn in IHT receipts, £0.4bn more than the same period the previous fiscal year. This represents a 6.8% rise year-on-year and...

Don’t fall victim to AI scams

The advent and development of artificial intelligence (AI) is exciting and intriguing, and seems to be permeating everyday life, from virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, to opening your phone with...

Join our team – Technical Administrator

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Technical Administrator, with a Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning, to join our Sevenoaks team.  In this role, you will provide vital support...

Inheritance Tax gifting – a refresher

There are several ways to minimise the amount of Inheritance Tax (IHT) your family pay when you’re gone. In addition to maximising IHT allowances, other planning opportunities include utilising gift...

We’re finalists for the Money Marketing Awards 2024!

Citrus Financial is thrilled to be shortlisted as a finalist for the ‘Small advice firm of the year’ at the prestigious Money Marketing Awards 2024! What a week! What a week! First, we...

Huge congratulations to Niamh Wilmshurst, Chloe Little, Jenny Brockman, Karen Gorbutt, Patricia Harris and Kelly Dinelli!

We’re thrilled to announce that these amazing members of the Citrus Financial team have all been nominated for the prestigious Professional Adviser Women in Financial Advice Awards 2024! Amazing...

Seek advice before making first-time buyer gifts

Nearly one in five parents and grandparents who helped a family member buy their first home used their own property wealth to do so, new research* has shown, raising concerns that some might be...

Check you have financial security in 2024

The start of a new financial year presents an opportune moment to assess your finances, particularly if recent life changes have come your way. Make sure to prioritise a review of your protection...

Financial challenges impacting women

Have you ever thought about the additional financial challenges faced by women? If not, a new report* has taken a closer look at the reasons that can and are preventing women from accumulating the...

Chipstead Triumph in High-Scoring Final Home Game

Chipstead Under 10s girls, proudly sponsored by Citrus Financial, finished their home campaign in style with a resounding 14-2 victory against Tunbridge Wells. Here’s a review of their final...

Living the (retirement) dream

The ultimate retirement dream is actually very simple according to research*. Most respondents to a survey (94%), which questioned 2,000 respondents aged 50 and over on their aspirations for later...

The Hidden Benefits of Life and Critical Illness Policies

Life insurance and critical illness cover are fundamental financial safety nets. They provide peace of mind in the face of life’s uncertainties, protecting your loved ones financially if you...

Spring Budget 2024 Summary

Please download below our summary of the Spring Budget delivered by the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt on Wednesday 6 March. DOWNLOAD HERE In what was widely expected to be Mr Hunt’s final Budget ahead of an...

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