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.

The areas of the UK where homeowners may be most affected by the proposed property tax
Investments

The areas of the UK where homeowners may be most affected by the proposed property tax

According to rumors, the government is considering new property taxes that would disproportionately affect wealthy homeowners in London a...

How a check is paid
Personal Finance

How a check is paid

In light of the widespread closures of bank branches, we outline how to deposit a check into your bank account and what to do if you rece...

Here are eight of the top homes with kitchen gardens that are for sale
Investment Advice

Here are eight of the top homes with kitchen gardens that are for sale

Priory Cottage in Corsham, Wiltshire, is the first of two houses for sale. Wiltshire's Priory Cottage, Corsham. Situated in the h...

How to stay safe after scammers target 170,000 taxpayers is the subject of an HMRC warning
Personal Finance

How to stay safe after scammers target 170,000 taxpayers is the subject of an HMRC warning

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is warning millions of self-assessment taxpayers to be wary of scams that pose as the department and requir...

Stamp duty is now a requirement for average homes in all regions of England How much will it cost?
Investment Advice

Stamp duty is now a requirement for average homes in all regions of England How much will it cost?

Since the average house price in every region of England is now higher than the tax threshold, no home movers may avoid paying stamp duty...

Is investing in First Solar a good idea?
Investment Advice

Is investing in First Solar a good idea?

There has been a silent energy revolution in the US. The energy generated by geothermal, wind, and solar sources has more than tripled in...

According to an economist, London's home prices will surpass those of the rest of the United Kingdom
Investments

According to an economist, London's home prices will surpass those of the rest of the United Kingdom

We examine why this forecast was made and whether other experts concur. According to an economics consultancy, London house pric...

Could the bubble in AI megacaps pop?
Investment Advice

Could the bubble in AI megacaps pop?

Would this cause the AI megacap bubble to burst? On Tuesday, August 19, the SandP 500 fell 0.6 percent, with tech stocks leading ...

Is your town among the top 10 places with the highest inheritance tax bills?
Investment Advice

Is your town among the top 10 places with the highest inheritance tax bills?

According to new data, the average inheritance tax bill for three affluent London neighborhoods is more than $1 million per estate. ...

What is the maximum amount that you can contribute to someone else's pension?
Personal Finance

What is the maximum amount that you can contribute to someone else's pension?

The rules are explained. According to recent studies, two-thirds of savers are not aware that they can contribute to another pers...

The vulnerability in Terry Smith's Fundsmith strategy
Investments

The vulnerability in Terry Smith's Fundsmith strategy

Terry Smith began applying his knowledge to fund management after establishing a strong reputation as an analyst and business executive. ...

"I'm planning to retire early; I want to be able to stop working by the time I'm 50"
Personal Finance

"I'm planning to retire early; I want to be able to stop working by the time I'm 50"

A BFIA investor who is determined to have enough money to retire at age 50 gives advice to others who are aiming for an early retirement....