The UK has a new Prime Minister, and if Andy Burnham’s first speech outside Downing Street is anything to go by, households could be facing one of the most significant shifts in economic policy in decades. Burnham described his arrival in office as a “circuit breaker” moment for Britain, promising a new political and economic […]
As UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring 2026 Statement, the House of Commons was marked by an air of sobriety. We’re living through what the Treasury describes as a “new era of global change”, a period defined by the shattering of old certainties in European security, the volatile restructuring of global trade routes, […]
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 officially became law on 27 October 2025, bringing the biggest shake-up to the private rented sector (PRS) in decades. Whether you own one property or manage a portfolio, these changes will affect how you operate—and now is the time to prepare. Here’s a practical overview of what you need to […]
Guidance for First-Time Buyers and Home Movers Applying for a mortgage is a significant financial commitment and it’s important to approach the process with care, preparation, and awareness of potential risks. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a home mover, the following are five of the most common mistakes applicants make—along with practical ways to […]
Watch Out for “Quishing”: The New QR Code Scam Threatening Your Financial Security As QR codes become an increasingly common part of everyday transactions—from paying for parking to accessing online accounts—a new cybersecurity threat has emerged that all clients should be aware of: quishing. Recently, Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and […]
Why Omnis invest in small caps Strategic asset allocation is at the heart of how we invest. We use it to set a long-term framework for delivering returns by spreading risk across a broad mix of assets, from equities and bonds to property and alternative investments. Within this framework, smaller companies (or small caps) have […]
New US tariffs have unsettled markets and raised concerns about global growth. While short-term volatility is likely, staying focused on your long-term investment goals remains key. Here’s our perspective. What’s happened? US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on imports. A baseline 10% tariff on all goods will take effect from 5 April, […]
The information a lender finds during a credit check is important – it could affect whether you’re able to borrow money, including through a mortgage, and the interest rate you’re offered. Yet, they can also seem perplexing. Indeed, a Royal London survey found that a third of Brits had never looked at their credit report. […]
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of protecting our financial security both for now and in the future. We work hard to build a comfortable life for ourselves and our loved ones, but what happens if the unexpected happens and we become too ill to work. How […]
Stamp Duty relief not extended for buyers – what you need to know before rules change In Labour’s first Budget since taking office, the Chancellor announced her plans to fix the so-called ‘black hole’ in the UK’s public finances and increase investment in public services, setting out £40 billion worth of tax rises. While changes […]