A Dab Of Investment

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, Alex Pritchard explores some of the key factors to consider when switching jobs or starting a limited company.He also explains how to carry out smart disaster planning, the importance of stalling pension contributions until your company is stable, and why your business needs to be a living, breathing entity.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, Alex Pritchard breaks down some of the available retirement income options and their associated risks. He also explains why low-risk investments could still lead to high losses and how you can keep your pension pot growing as a retiree.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, David Pritchard breaks down the key factors to consider before selling off your investments and switching to cash deposits.He also explains why medium to long-term investments will always outperform inflation and why time spent in the market is more important than timing the market.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, David Pritchard explores the world of alternative investments, breaking down the risks involved and what they mean for you.Learn what alternative investments are, the pros and cons of this investment pathway, and why you should NEVER invest in a wine collection as a novice without consulting a financial adviser.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, David Pritchard, explain the intricate differences between a financial adviser and a fund manager. He also dissects the fundamentals of a fund, contrasting fund management with the role of gold-standard independent financial advisers.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, Alex Pritchard tackles an all-too-often overlooked topic: financial literacy for kids. He explains why starting early can make all the difference and how parents can help shape a financially savvy future generation.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of generational retirement planning with Alex Pritchard, Joint MD of Applewood Independent.Alex shares tailored retirement strategies for each generation - Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers. He also explains the best time to bring a financial adviser on board, the value of taking risks, and how to maximise your peak earning years.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, David Pritchard, give an update on the state of play within the UK.David discusses whether the UK is in a recession or not, including the various macroeconomic factors that have led to the current state of play. He also shares his thoughts on what is to come over the next couple of years and how to prepare for the changing landscape.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Joint MD of Applewood Independent, Alex Pritchard, discuss the most important things to look for in a financial adviser.He takes us behind the scenes, exposing various secrets of the industry; why working backwards from a retirement goal can be beneficial to some clients; and how the best advisers keep on top of ever-changing landscapes.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Joint MD of Applewood Independent,Alex Pritchard, point out 10 ways to spot an investment scam.He takes us through the list, expanding upon why it's so crucial to be sceptical at times; the importance of doing your due diligence at every step; and how to perform a "sense check" with someone more objective.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Joint MD of Applewood Independent,Alex Pritchard, discuss various vital elements of tax planning.He talks about why it's so important to become more tax efficient; how consistency is the key to making the most of tax breaks; and why it will only become more important as the government's deficit grows larger.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, David Pritchard, discuss a variety of global investing strategies.David highlights the differences between various markets, including North America, Europe and Asia. He also shares why picking the right funds and having enough diversification can provide safety to investors - even in more turbulent economic times.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, David Pritchard, give us an update on the global stock market.David reflects on the “perfect storm” of 2022 and its impact on the financial landscape. He also shares his expert analysis of the key metrics to anticipate this year, along with the most profitable opportunities for investors. --------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, DavidPritchard, talk about the advantages and disadvantages of DIY investing. He also highlights the most important reasons why taking care of certain investments yourself can frequently lead to underperforming portfolios, and explains why due diligence matters so much.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Joint MD of Applewood Independent, Alex Pritchard, discuss various vital elements of an investment fund.He talks about how to go about choosing the right investment fund in the first place; why a diversified portfolio matters so much; and he shares the single biggest secret that can determine the success rate of a particular fund.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear David and Alex Pritchard together once more on the podcast, and they give us an update on the state of play regarding various emerging markets around the world.They discuss why using active fund managers with their fingers on the pulse is crucial when debating the merits of investing in emerging markets, as well as things to looks out for in China and Eastern Europe.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear David and Alex Pritchard together for the first time on the podcast, and they give us an update on the Jeremy Hunt's recent Budget announcement.They break down a few of the most noteworthy moments and what it could mean moving forward, as well as offering some choice advice to the Chancellor!--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, DavidPritchard, talk about the various supporting roles his company plays within the local Nantwich community. He also explains why it has remained so important for Applewood to provide sponsorship and support to so many organisations in the surrounding area over the past 25 years.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Founder of Applewood Independent, David Pritchard, break down parts of the recent budget and the subsequent tax implications so that proper tax planning can be carried out before the end of the tax year in early April.Carrying out proper tax planning could make you much more tax efficient, especially with the proposed changes over the forthcoming years.-------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/

Welcome to A Dab Of Investment.In this episode, we hear the Joint MD of Applewood Independent, Alex Pritchard, give us an update - and opinion - on the US stock market.He talks about some of the key metrics, and explores why the US may still be potentially overvalued in various respects. Alex also explains how US tech stock opportunities are looking compared to a global market portfolio.--------------------------------------To get in touch with us, please visit our website: https://applewoodindependent.co.uk/