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.

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

Nicola Sturgeon's legacy as Scotland's former first minister is poisonous
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Nicola Sturgeon's legacy as Scotland's former first minister is poisonous

If you take away her actual record in office, then that makes sense and helps. h2Is a book by Nicola Sturgeon available?/h2 ...

How to invest in the travel industry's rapid growth as travelers resume their journeys
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How to invest in the travel industry's rapid growth as travelers resume their journeys

Astute investors ought to jump on board right away. Even though the news is constantly filled with negative headlines about every...

Estimates of earnings are manipulated, particularly in the United States
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Estimates of earnings are manipulated, particularly in the United States

The number of jobs being created in the US economy is one of the most peculiar things that Donald Trump could say is "rigged" a...

Ahead of new inheritance tax regulations, retirees are cautioned against making significant amends to their pensions
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Ahead of new inheritance tax regulations, retirees are cautioned against making significant amends to their pensions

We go over safe ways to deal with the impending inheritance tax change. There may be serious unforeseen consequences if retirees ...

While the gender gap in state pensions is "almost closed" for new retirees, it continues to widen in the private sector
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While the gender gap in state pensions is "almost closed" for new retirees, it continues to widen in the private sector

The state pensions of those retiring today show that the gender pension gap has been virtually eliminated, according to new data. p...

Halifax: Since the year began, home prices have increased at the quickest rate
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Halifax: Since the year began, home prices have increased at the quickest rate

Will real estate costs rise even more this year? In July, home prices increased by 0.4 percent, the largest monthly increase sinc...