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Team Active Conquer Scafell Pike

11th May 2016

Huge congratulations to our fantastic Active ladies (Cheyenne, Leslie, Laura, Rachel, Liza, Karen & Claire) who, on Saturday 23rd April climbed England’s highest Mountain, Scafell Pike (in the lake district).…

The Active Ladies’ Scafell Pike Challenge

19th April 2016

In May 2015, Active's male staff members and friends (of the firm) cycled the 140 mile trip from St Bees in Cumbria to Saltburn.  The ride, otherwise known as the…

A new Independent Financial Adviser at Active

19th April 2016

We are pleased to welcome a new Independent Financial Adviser to the Active team. Paul Rennolds will be based at Active’s Head Office in Thornaby. Paul has worked in the…

Tax Year End Planning; Contribution Limits

24th February 2016

Pensions Pensions still remain one the most tax efficient and legitimate ways of saving available to a UK tax payer, yet so many do not use the annual allowances available…

The Future Isn’t Too Bright For Landlords

23rd February 2016

Stamp Duty Land Tax Changes Higher rates of stamp duty land tax (SDLT) on purchases of additional residential properties are expected to be finalised for the Spring Budget (16 March…

Happy “Work” Anniversary!

23rd February 2016

Active has recently celebrated “work” anniversaries for 4 members of the Team. Independent Financial Advisers Colin Burke (Dip PFS) and Mark Dobing (Dip PFS) celebrate 15 and 10 years respectively…

Advising is so last year. In 2016, it’s all about the Planning!

1st February 2016

Many of you will have spent the last month preparing for the year ahead. Personally that might include planning for a summer holiday or a New Year’s Resolution such as…

New Marketing Manager at Active

26th January 2016

We are thrilled to welcome Ruth Conner to the Active Team as Marketing Manager. Ruth will be working closely with the directors to implement Active’s marketing strategy. This includes managing…

Autumn Statement 2015 Highlights

14th December 2015

As you probably already know, on the 25th November George Osborne presented the latest Autumn Statement and Spending Review. We all tuned in at the office to hear what plans…

Active Spirit

“Having been a client of Active for many many years and have always been given great advice and direction. I am now looked after by Andrew. He has given excellent advice and service, continuing on the great work this company has always offered me. Always cheerful and helpful; a great asset to Active. I have no problem recommending him to other people.

25 years is a long time for fashion, phones and finance

28th January 2025

In 2000, Britney Spears was topping the charts with Oops! ... I Did It Again, the Nokia 3310 was the ultimate status symbol, and the world could finally stop worrying…

Mychael’s 3 lessons for success

27th January 2025

“Between the ages of 45 and 55, I learned three things about life” says Mychael, a client of Active Chartered Financial Planners. “Right now, I live in a nice house…

Client survey results: we asked your views, heard the message, and shared the concerns

17th December 2024

Here at Active Chartered Financial Planners we pride ourselves on listening to our clients and recognising any concerns they have. That’s why, following Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent Budget, we conducted…