Articles by James Mackreides

James Mackreides

James Mackreides

'Mac' is a short tempered former helicopter pilot, now a writer based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Loves dogs, the outdoors and staying far away from the ocean.

After the Autumn Budget, high earners' income will be reduced by £15,000 by 2029
Personal Finance

After the Autumn Budget, high earners' income will be reduced by £15,000 by 2029

Can you prevent it? The Autumn Budget, which was implemented three weeks ago, may cause your purchasing power to drop by thousand...

Rightmove: Following a post-budget market recovery, asking prices are expected to increase by 2% in 2026
Investments

Rightmove: Following a post-budget market recovery, asking prices are expected to increase by 2% in 2026

According to Rightmove's most recent House Price Index (HPI), the housing market is expected to improve in 2026 after a slower second hal...

Funds for renewable energy are torn between a ROC and a difficult situation
Investment Advice

Funds for renewable energy are torn between a ROC and a difficult situation

The renewable energy industry in the UK is struggling. The government began holding a consultation at the end of October to modify the Re...

Eight of the top ski chalets available right now
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Eight of the top ski chalets available right now

Picture 1 of 3: Russell Drive Mountain Village, Colorado, USA, is a ski chalet for sale. Colorado, USA; Russell Drive Mountain Village./...

How veterinarian bills can be reduced with pet insurance
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How veterinarian bills can be reduced with pet insurance

There are four primary kinds to think about. Veterinary expenses can be high for everything from health examinations and immuniza...

Coreweave is using borrowed time
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Coreweave is using borrowed time

When OpenAI introduced ChatGPT three years ago, interest in AI skyrocketed and many of the biggest tech companies in the world saw their ...

Prior to the 2026 World Cup, football fans were warned about ticket scams
Personal Finance

Prior to the 2026 World Cup, football fans were warned about ticket scams

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, football fans have received a warning about match ticket scams. Mexico and South Africa will pl...

How to shop for Christmas with more money
Personal Finance

How to shop for Christmas with more money

Before December 25th, Britons spend hundreds of pounds more on everything from Christmas gifts to festive outings. The Bank of En...

How is your generation impacted by the tax changes in the autumn budget?
Personal Finance

How is your generation impacted by the tax changes in the autumn budget?

Although Chancellor Rachel Reeves called on everyone to contribute to the nation's financial balance in her Autumn Budget, the real effec...

The top real estate investments available in 2026
Investments

The top real estate investments available in 2026

The housing market has had a mixed year, but investors can still profit from real estate in 2026. In recent months, investing in ...

The ideal Christmas presents for those you care about
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The ideal Christmas presents for those you care about

h2One./h2 Norqain's luxury watch. Observe NORQAIN. Visit norqain . com to view the Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono....

What is the minimum income required to pay the average rent?
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What is the minimum income required to pay the average rent?

Although rental growth is slowing nationally, in more reasonably priced areas of the UK, rents are rising faster than inflation, necessit...