Happy new tax year! What the budget changes mean for you
Until this week, the weather has been more like summer than spring and people have been out enjoying themselves, probably unaware that this week the tax year ends and starts again.
Take a fresh look at your mortgage
Mortgages are, for most of us, our single biggest monthly expense and therefore they should be the first area you look at if you’re reviewing your outgoings.
How to grab a tax break
In the current climate of cuts and tax rises it is arguably more important than ever to make the most of whatever tax breaks are available.
Download a copy of Armstrong Watson's latest Money Matters guide
The latest issue of Armstrong Watson's Money Matters magazine includes useful articles on the best ISA deals, good news for company pension savers and a guide to boosting your income. Click on the heading to download your copy.
Homes and mortgages
Time to consider a fixed-term mortgage deal?
The Bank of England base rate has been at 0.5 per cent for just over three years. This is both the lowest it has ever been since records began and one of the longest periods without a change in recent times. 
The tax year end gives us all a regular opportunity to consider taking advantage of the various tax reliefs and allowances available. 
Ten years ago a derelict building with filthy floors and no staircase was transformed into a quaint gallery showcasing a wealth of Cumbrian and national artists. 
