25/10/2026
🏠 You can’t sell 10% of a house
It sounds obvious, but it’s something that can easily be forgotten when you’re deciding what to do with a lump sum.
We regularly speak to people who are considering buying another property to generate an income in retirement.
And sometimes that may be the right decision.
But what about tax? Maintenance? Purchasing costs? Accessibility? And how much of that headline rental return actually ends up in your pocket?
More importantly…
What do you actually want your money to do for you?
We’ve written a new blog exploring property, investments, ISAs and different ways of thinking about creating an income from your money.
It’s not about telling you which option is “best”.
It’s about understanding the questions worth asking before you make the decision.
Because good financial planning should always start with you.
Of course, investments come with their own risks. Their value can go down as well as up, which means you could get back less than you originally invested and returns aren't guaranteed.
👉 Read the full blog here: https://richardpearcewealthmanagement.co.uk/blog/the-return-looks-good-but-how-much-of-it-do-you-actually-get-to-keep/
Richard Pearce Wealth Management Ltd is an Appointed Representative of and represents only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc (which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority).
SJP Approved 21/10/2026