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Northern Ireland's Premier Business Directory has been revamped to improve search functionality and provide some 40,000 businesses with free listings.

JAR Technologies is delighted to announce its partnership with Techtrust to distribute its leading WAN emulation solutions across the Indian market.

ESTA Technologies provides Sourcing Services in Technology Management and Business Process Management, offering a broad portfolio of enterprise G&A and industry-specific requirements.

Enterprise Communications, Telephony Grew in 2010

“Off Road” department at Motorcycle Megastore has been updated with the latest gadgets and gears for the passionate motorcycle riders.

Northern Ireland's Premier Business Directory has been revamped to improve search functionality and provide some 40,000 businesses with free listings.

Many people think that financial planning is only required by the very rich. However, everyone can benefit from it.

August was clouded by concerns over the outlook for the global economy.

The issue of saving for retirement has never been more relevant. In an environment of falling annuity rates, low interest rates and dwindling support from the state for an ageing population, the government is introducing a range of pension reforms.

The tax rules applying to the income and growth generated by buy-to-let properties can be complicated, though the Chancellor of the Exchequer has introduced some proposals that aim to simplify the regime.

Amid fears that the deteriorating situation in the eurozone could lead to another damaging credit crisis, the Bank of England (BoE) has announced new action designed to safeguard the UK financial system.

Investing for income is a long-established investment strategy.It is important to meet with a financial adviser so they can match your attitude to risk to the appropriate investments.

We have mentioned in previous blogs about the fact that National Insurance contributions are merely another form of taxation on both you as an employee and also your employer.

A tax-efficient way to invest – pension contributions are paid net of basic rate tax. This means that you only need to pay £80 to get £100 invested into your pension.

According to statistics published in Money Marketing, the number of mortgage advice firms has reduced.

A climate of increased political instability in the eurozone has reignited fears over the outlook for the region.

Despite recent problems in the Northern Ireland housing market we have still seen significant increases in house values over the long term.

Benjamin Franklin's view that nothing is certain except death and taxes has yet to be disproved. However, the best way to mitigate at least some of your tax liability is to make sure you use the tax allowances available.

After a strong first quarter, share prices fell back during April amid renewed apprehension over the outlook for the eurozone and particularly Spain, which took centre-stage against a backdrop of fresh concerns over signs of increasing

JAR Technologies is delighted to announce its partnership with Techtrust to distribute its leading WAN emulation solutions across the Indian market.

Despite Government changes, trusts should still be at the heart of any estate planning scheme.

Ever since Webroot decided to exit the email security market some months back, there has been somewhat of a scramble by ex Webroot partners and to an extent competitor vendors to marry up on new, successful and hopefully long-lasting partnerships.

Colm McGoldrick, founder and CEO of email security company Maildistiller, has been awarded for his outstanding achievements, influence and on-going success in the IT industry, by being named IT Professional of the year!

Stena Line has launched a new campaign promoting the family car as one of the main focal points of a holiday with the help of comedian, Dom Joly.

Will Trusts are different to most other types of trust that a financial adviser uses as they are usually bespoke to meet specific requirements.

The default choice for income seekers willing to take some risk with their capital has historically been UK equity income funds,

With life expectancy increasing, financial planning is becoming increasingly important. If you are thinking of saving for retirement, then you might consider a pension is the best way to ensure you have enough to live on when you are older.

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is working to raise customers’ awareness and understanding of deposit protection. Research undertaken by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)

Low interest rates are great news for borrowers but can have a devastating effect on the long-term wealth of savers.

The UK economy shrank during the final three months of 2011 by more than was previously estimated.

Once a financial plan has been put in place, it is tempting to believe the paperwork can simply be tucked away in a drawer and forgotten.

While ISAs are well known for being tax-efficient, your choice of underlying investment can improve their efficiency.

The UK's 2012 Budget's main points summarised by Leigh Yeaman, Investment Manager at Quilter in Belfast.

The entire 2012/13 tax year ISA allowance - £11,280 – can be invested into a stocks and shares ISA.

Cash ISAs are some of the most straightforward investment products on the market. They are designed to appeal to investors who want to take less risk, but also want their cash savings to work as hard as possible in a tax efficient way.

Share prices appreciated across much of Europe during February as equity investors appeared a little more optimistic about the future.

Share prices continued to pick up during February, with indications that investor sentiment was showing tentative signs of improvement. In the UK, the FTSE 100 index rose by 3.3% during the month, having increased by 5.4% since 2012 began.

As the end of the tax year approaches, you need to ensure you maximise the tax-efficient allowances available to you.

A blog highlighting the importance of having your finances regularly checked by an adviser and offering a free, no obligation finanical health check.

Protected rights are funds accrued within pensions from originally contracting out of the State Earnings Related Pension Scheme (or SERPS), which has in recent years been changed to State Second Pension (S2P).

The financial services sector is currently preparing for the implementation of the Retail Distribution Review (RDR) – one of the biggest overhauls of financial regulation since the Financial Services Act was introduced in 1986.

The eurozone crisis has prompted a radical shake-up in the global bond market.

We wish that more people used the services of an IFA, because we are convinced that the people who do are not just wealthier, but in the process, are better able to cope with many of the challenges that life can throw at them.

The new year began with many of the same overriding preoccupations that characterised 2011 although share prices were boosted during January amid rising optimism the global economy would manage to weather the worst effects of the eurozone’s ongoing

Notwithstanding the London Olympics and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, 2012 is widely expected to be a tough year for the UK economy. The Ernst & Young Item Club (E&YIC) warned that the UK might already be back in recession.

Here are some of the areas where planning between now and 5 April 2012 could provide tax advantageous solutions to help you build a decent retirement income.

We are reminding you to actually pay your tax bill by January 31 2012 and have highlighted the different payment methods available to do so.

Discussing the different tax implications depending upon what the business protection is for.

There are numerous ways to set up shareholder/partnership protection policies. This week we will consider looking at some of the key issues which need addressed when considering this type of cover.

A bypass trust is a trust simply used to receive death benefits from a pension which is paid at the discretion of the pension scheme trustees.

One of the main issues you may be faced with is the risk of underinsuring your home.

In today’s modern world, many people decide to simply co-habit rather than enter into marriage or a civil partnership. Some people may even say there are benefits to co-habiting as it is easier to keep financial affairs separate etc.

Stena Line is experiencing another busy Christmas period with many of its routes already at full capacity.

A summary of what has happened in the financial industry in 2011.