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.

Over-60s people's property wealth reaches a record high
Investments

Over-60s people's property wealth reaches a record high

The over-60s own more than half (56 percent) of all housing wealth in the UK. Just the over 75s hold nearly a quarter (23 percent) of the...

Is it wise to purchase dividend stocks in the UK?
Investment Advice

Is it wise to purchase dividend stocks in the UK?

Which industries paid the most, and will Trump's tariffs lead to reductions in spending? Some of the most well-liked investments ...

Is it better to downsize your home or release equity?
Personal Finance

Is it better to downsize your home or release equity?

We consider the benefits and drawbacks of each. If you've accumulated a sizable amount of equity in your house that you'd like to...

How the historic Renters' Rights Bill will impact you as it ends no-fault evictions
Investment Advice

How the historic Renters' Rights Bill will impact you as it ends no-fault evictions

What effects will it have on you? With this week's passage of the contentious Renters Rights Bill through the House of Lords, new...

With just a year left, what landlords and sole proprietors should know about Making Tax Digital
Investment Advice

With just a year left, what landlords and sole proprietors should know about Making Tax Digital

There is about a year left for nearly 800,000 high-earning landlords and sole proprietors to get ready for a change in the way they submi...

Which investments are permitted and which are prohibited in a stock and share ISA?
Investment Advice

Which investments are permitted and which are prohibited in a stock and share ISA?

Here are some tips to help you choose your investments. In an effort to increase their wealth and protect their money from taxes,...

The ways that raising pension contributions can improve your retirement and child benefit
Personal Finance

The ways that raising pension contributions can improve your retirement and child benefit

Last year, the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) threshold was raised, which was a welcome relief for thousands of parents. In add...

How to invest in genomics for precision-engineered profits
Investment Advice

How to invest in genomics for precision-engineered profits

James Mackreides advises astute investors to invest right away. Earlier this month, the use of genetic engineering to bring the &...

If inheritance tax revenues increase by 10%, is it possible to lower your IHT obligations?
Personal Finance

If inheritance tax revenues increase by 10%, is it possible to lower your IHT obligations?

According to today's (April 23) HMRC update, loved ones who inherited money, property, and other assets paid a record amount in inheritan...

Does the IHT clampdown make investing in AIM still worthwhile?
Investment Advice

Does the IHT clampdown make investing in AIM still worthwhile?

Beginning in April 2026, the tax break will be eliminated, which could result in an inheritance tax of 20%. It is unclear if trad...

What's the average age-based salary, and how does it compare?
Personal Finance

What's the average age-based salary, and how does it compare?

Generally speaking, as you age and acquire more experience, your income from work will vary. In addition to your salary, your net...

This Easter, should you buy chocolate stocks?
Investments

This Easter, should you buy chocolate stocks?

Is it wise to give chocolate stocks a break or are they a solid investment option for your portfolio? Despite a considerable decl...