Fraser Alexander

When is the right time to invest?

There’s always a degree of uncertainty when it comes to investing, so it’s natural for some people to feel nervous about it.

When the news is reporting stock market volatility, it’s understandable that some people might feel more cautious about investing. But including investments in your long-term financial plan is a smart way to give your money the best chance to grow.

Keeping money in cash might feel like a safe option, and having some money easily available is a sensible decision. But too much cash could end up costing you more because of inflation’s ability to eat away at the value of your savings. For example, when £10,000 is invested it can grow by 78% over 30 years, but if it was kept in a current account its value could actually reduce by 59%*.

There are lots of options when it comes to investing, and I’m here to guide you through them. I can help you decide things like which risk level is right for you, what types of investments to use to maximise your tax efficiency, and how to create an investment plan tailored to your circumstances and goals. I can also show you how different investment approaches could impact your finances over the long term.

If you’re thinking about how investing today can help create the life you want in the future, let’s talk about how I can support and guide you through the process.

The value of investments and the income they produce can fall as well as rise. You may get back less than you invested.

Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change

*Based on an annual average investment return of 5% and inflation at 3%.

Receiving financial advice should be an informative and inspirational process, providing reassurance that your objectives have been heard and are understood. I allow my clients the opportunity to focus on the things that are important to them, by giving them the peace of mind that they feel part of a team and are supported, by having have a comprehensive plan in place to achieve their financial aims, a service my clients find invaluable.

I specialise in helping families and individuals optimise their financial wealth through a range of advice areas and I am committed to providing a quality ongoing service, so my clients benefit from continued support and expertise. Whether it's ensuring a comfortable retirement, supporting a child's education or building family wealth, I find this career both fulfilling and dynamic.

I’m flexible and can provide face to face consultations, as well as virtual video calls, to suit my clients schedules. I also enjoy playing semi-professional football, golf and various other sports. I’m an animal lover and a keen movie watcher. “Good will Hunting” and “Interstellar” are my top two!