Clay Wealth Management Limited

02/06/2026

The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026. It brought in new rules and requirements for private landlords in England, including the banning of no-fault evictions and fixed term tenancies. There are also new regulations around increases to rent.

Landlords and letting agents must send all named tenants a copy of the government-produced Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026, either digitally or in the post, by 31 May 2026. Failure to comply could lead to a £7,000 fine.

Read our guide to ensure you don’t fall foul of the rules and end up with a penalty.

The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026. It brought in new rules and requirements for private landlords in England, including the banning of no-fault evictions and fixed term tenancies. There are also new regulations around increases to rent.

01/06/2026

We’re proud to share that Ben was awarded the Golden Eliot at BNI George Eliot last week, presented by Dhiran Vagdia.

The recognition was awarded following Ben’s 60 seconds presentation and in celebration of recently achieving a Merit in his STEP Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Private Wealth Advice.

Continuous learning, professional development and building strong relationships are all important parts of what we do at Clay Wealth Management, so it was fantastic to see this recognised.

A big thank you to Dhiran and everyone at BNI George Eliot for the support and encouragement.

29/05/2026

We are proud to have a highly qualified and continually developing team here at Clay Wealth Management.

Financial planning is always evolving, and we believe it is essential to stay ahead through ongoing learning, development and professional qualifications.

Our focus is always on helping individuals and families make confident decisions about their future, backed by knowledge, experience and a genuine understanding of what matters most to them.

28/05/2026

The Bank of England (BoE) held the base rate at 3.75% this week.

But market expectations are now that the base rate will rise during 2026. This is because inflation is likely to go up due to increased oil prices caused by the prolonged conflict in Iran. The Bank of England uses interest rates as a tool to control rising inflation.

Mortgages are closely related to the Bank’s base rate, so what does this mean for anyone looking to buy or remortgage a property and in need of a new mortgage deal? Would a fixed or a tracker rate mortgage offer better value over time?

But market expectations are now that the base rate will rise during 2026. This is because inflation is likely to go up due to increased oil prices caused by the prolonged conflict in Iran. The Bank of England uses interest rates as a tool to control rising inflation.

27/05/2026

Claire Charlton has been with Clay Wealth Management since May 2022 as our Office Administrator and is a key part of keeping everything running smoothly.

Claire oversees our Leicestershire office and plays an important role in supporting our clients day to day. She helps gather information on their behalf, ensures regular contact is maintained and supports the delivery of ongoing financial reviews so that clients stay on track towards their personal goals.

Before joining Clay Wealth Management, Claire built her experience in customer service and administration roles within the property and construction sectors, giving her a strong foundation in organisation and client care.

Outside of work, Claire lives in Nuneaton with her husband and two sons. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, whether that is camping, walking, biking or exploring, and can often be found on the sidelines of the football pitch.

26/05/2026

The Bank of England (BoE) held the base rate at 3.75% on Thursday (30 April). It is the third successive ‘hold’ vote by the BoE’s monetary policy committee (MPC), and it means rates have been stable at this level since December 2025. But with inflation likely to spike in the coming months due to sustained turmoil in the Middle East, the BoE’s balancing act is becoming more difficult.

But with no end in sight to the US Iran conflict, sustained high energy costs are causing significant inflationary pressure. It is likely the BoE may need to act soon, by way of increased interest rates, to control rising inflation. Experts are now predicting a base rate rise when the MPC next meets on 18 June.

But with no end in sight to the US Iran conflict, sustained high energy costs are causing significant inflationary pressure. It is likely the BoE may need to act soon, by way of increased interest rates, to control rising inflation. Experts are now predicting a base rate rise when the MPC next meets...

22/05/2026

We did it. Snowdon completed and our fundraising target exceeded. ⛰️

What started as a challenge to raise £1,000 has become something much bigger. We’re incredibly proud to have completed the Snowdon climb and even more proud to share that, so far, we have raised £1,565 which combined with all the money raised by the other businesses taking part is over £8600 for Flourish Project UK.

Taking on Snowdon tested our teamwork, determination and fitness, but knowing we were doing it for a good cause kept us going every step of the way.

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated, shared our fundraiser and supported us throughout the journey. Your generosity has helped us surpass our original target and make an even greater impact.

Although the challenge is complete, donations are still open, so if you would like to support the cause there is still time:

https://f.mtr.cool/exwtjrfisw

Thank you again for helping us exceed our goal. We could not have done it without your support.

21/05/2026

We are looking forward to the Market Bosworth Football Club Freddie Orton Memorial Tournament in June!

🏆 Massive thanks to another of our amazing trophy sponsors Clay Wealth Management Limited 🏆

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21/05/2026

How can we get more people to invest? For savers, it’s the next step, according to a UK-wide campaign aimed at encouraging UK savers to invest for long-term growth – and closing the UK’s persistent investment gap.

Invest for the Future is a multi-year campaign spearheaded by the UK trade body, the Investment Association (IA). It is backed by a wide range of UK financial services firms, including St. James's Place.

Research for the campaign, carried out by the Financial Conduct Authority in association with Opinium, reveals around seven million adults in the UK hold at least £10,000 in cash savings1. Yet nearly half (44%) of those who save have no investments.

How can we get more people to invest? For savers, it’s the next step, according to a UK-wide campaign aimed at encouraging UK savers to invest for long-term growth – and closing the UK’s persistent investment gap.

20/05/2026

Simon joined Clay Wealth Management at the start of 2026 as an Adviser, bringing with him an impressive 35 years of experience in financial services.

As a STEP Affiliate, Simon is committed to maintaining high professional standards and delivering thoughtful, well considered advice. His approach is centred on building long lasting relationships with clients, founded on trust, understanding and excellent service.

Simon lives in the Midlands and enjoys spending time travelling and exploring new places with his family whenever he can.