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The latest updates, stories & helpful guides from the Xentum team
What does a FinTech disruptor really look like and does it pay?
January 23, 2019 - 3 minutes read
Financial technology, often referred to as FinTech, is a fast growing area of the financial services sector and is increasingly becoming a part of people’s…
Planning the trip of a lifetime
January 23, 2019 - 3 minutes read
When it comes to planning an ambitious trip, you don’t want anything to go (too) wrong. However, the best trips usually mean leaving your comfort…
Old Vs New School Financial Advice
January 2, 2019 - Less than a minute read
Our handy infographic explains the differences between old and new school financial advice.
5 reasons you shouldn’t hire a financial planner in 2019
December 15, 2018 - 5 minutes read
A financial planner will dig into your financial life. They will want to know what drives the decisions you make and what keeps you up at night and if you have a partner they will want to know this from both of you. Without this conversation a true financial planner doesn’t feel they can do their job effectively so they will ask difficult questions and try to understand what it actually is that you want to achieve.
Guest Blog: Thinking of creating a charitable foundation? You might really want a donor advised fund.
December 13, 2018 - 3 minutes read
Have you been thinking of setting up a charitable foundation? Maybe you’ve come into an inheritance or sold a business. Or maybe you’re just looking…
Xentum xperience- Lisa Codling
November 27, 2018 - 1 minute read
Each month we’re aiming to share a different experience with you, whether that be a local hidden gem, restaurant, walk or holiday destination. This month…
Should I buy abroad in the French Alps or let an apartment in central Manchester on Airbnb?
November 27, 2018 - 3 minutes read
Letting a property on Airbnb and buying a home abroad are two popular options if you have some spare cash to invest. However, just like…
Financial planning with the Grim Reaper in mind
October 22, 2018 - 5 minutes read
Thinking about the fact our lives can literally end at any point allows us to know what really matters to us. When we use this…
Life after exiting your business
October 22, 2018 - 3 minutes read
For most business owners, eventually selling your business for a sizeable sum is the ultimate goal. The possibility of making a considerable profit is often…