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Protecting Yourself Against Online Payroll Fraud

Online fraud is becoming increasingly sophisticated, and a recent attempt targeting Citrus Financial shows just how convincing these scams can be. Salary diversion fraud, also known as payroll...

Premium Bonds Explained: Are They Still Worth It? | Money Mentor with David Braithwaite

Are premium bonds still a good place for your savings — or just a nostalgic gamble? In this episode of The Money Mentor, David Braithwaite breaks down exactly how premium bonds work, their pros and...

UK Debt at £3 Trillion: What It Means Ahead of the November Budget

As the UK approaches the November 2025 Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces an uphill battle. Public sector debt has now reached a staggering £3 trillion, with borrowing in August alone hitting...

Heading to Uni? Smart Money Moves for Students (and Parents)

Uni life is all lectures, late nights and leftover pizza — but a few smart money moves now can save a lot of grief (and cash) later. In this Money Mentor episode, David Braithwaite shares practical...

Money Mentor Tips for Parents with Children Going to University

Sending a child off to university is a huge milestone, and often involves an equally huge shopping trip! But beyond the saucepans, bedding and stationery, there are some important financial...

The Inheritance Tax Trap: Why You Need to Act Now

Inheritance Tax (IHT) has long been one of the most contentious areas of financial planning. With frozen thresholds and rising property values, more families than ever are already being caught in the...

Getting to Know: David Braithwaite

If you live in Kent, you’ve probably heard David Braithwaite’s voice before. As the Money Mentor on BBC Radio Kent, he’s known for making financial topics easy to understand, and fun to listen to. But...

Inheritance Tax: Why It’s Back in the Spotlight

Inheritance Tax (IHT) has always been a hotly debated subject, but it’s now firmly in the spotlight again as the Chancellor looks for ways to raise more money for the Treasury. With potential changes...

Rethinking Retirement: Finding Purpose, Comfort, and Financial Freedom

Retirement isn’t what it used to be — and that’s a good thing. In this Money Mentor episode, David Braithwaite talks about how retirement has evolved from the traditional “gold watch on Friday...

How to Spot Scams: Red Flags, Spoofing & QR-Code Traps

Fraudsters are getting slick — but you can stay one move ahead. In this Money Mentor episode, David Braithwaite shares the latest scam tactics (spoofed phone numbers, “update your payment” emails...

Interest Rates Cut: What It Means for Borrowers, Inflation & the UK Economy

The Bank of England has announced its latest decision — cutting the base rate from 4.25% to 4%. While widely expected by economists, the result was far from straightforward, with the Monetary Policy...

Inheritance Tax receipts hit new highs – why planning matters more than ever

HMRC figures* show the 2024/25 tax year saw a record £8.2bn raised in IHT, a £800m increase on the previous tax year. The new tax year kicked off in the same vein with the Treasury collecting £780m in...

Is your pension going to the right person? A common blind spot

One in six people with a partner are unsure who would inherit their pension savings if they were to die before accessing them*. While the majority – 65% – have nominated their spouse or partner as...

Getting to Know: Craig Brady

Calm, insightful and highly respected, Craig Brady is a key part of the Citrus Financial team. With a first-class Economics degree, a sharp analytical mind and a natural ability to explain complex...

Beware of Conditional Selling: What Every Home Buyer and Seller Should Know

A recent BBC Panorama investigation has thrown a spotlight on a worrying, and illegal, practice in the UK property market: conditional selling by estate agents. If you’re planning to buy or sell a...

Watch Out for This New Amazon Prime Email Scam

If you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, you’re probably used to the annual charge for your membership. But now fraudsters are exploiting this familiarity with a new scam designed to trick you into...

5 Money Mistakes Couples Make — and How to Avoid Them

Talking about money might not be your idea of romance, but it’s one of the best things you can do for your relationship. As someone who’s spent over two decades helping people with their finances...

Jenny Brockman Becomes a Financial Adviser

We’re delighted to announce that Jenny Brockman has now become a Financial Adviser at Citrus Financial. Welcome To The Advice Team Jenny successfully completed the financial advice qualification...

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