Cate MacLeod

Aim to maximise your cash savings

It might shock you to know that 28% of people hold their cash in interest-free savings accounts⁽¹⁾, receiving no return on their hard-earned money. Because under current rules a basic rate taxpayer can earn up to £1,000 in interest from their savings without paying tax, these people could be missing out on a significant financial boost that they could be enjoying.

This is even more relevant when you consider that the average person typically holds up to 25% of their available money on cash deposit⁽²⁾. So, by reviewing your cash and tackling any ‘lazy money’, you’ll be making a great start at getting your finances in shape and achieving longer-term financial security.

If your money isn’t working as hard as it could, I can help. By making it easy to access potentially better interest rates, I can help you to aim to maximise your cash savings – giving you more money to spend on the things you enjoy or helping you grow your money towards a longer-term goal.

¹ Building Societies Association Sept 2024
² The Lang Cat: Cash as an asset class survey June 2024

Cash on deposit advice is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

As a holistic Financial Planning Consultant, I am passionate about helping Individuals, families, and business owners create strong financial plans that are client and goal oriented, and easy to understand. This could include saving for retirement, navigating investments and the tax implications of these, and protecting you, your family, or your business against the unexpected. I will be there every step of the way to help you navigate these important decisions with confidence.

Outside of Financial Planning, I enjoy reconnecting with my creative side; mainly through painting. I also enjoy reading, travelling with my partner, family and friends, and experiencing good food. I currently live in the Greater Glasgow Area, but you’ll regularly find me visiting my homeland of the Outer Hebrides, as well as the beautiful countryside of mainland Scotland. I’m always happy to see more of this beautiful country and will travel throughout most of Scotland and the North to visit clients.