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It seems that home repossessions have been much less in this recession than have been previously expected, given the fall in property prices and the rise in unemployment. Very roughly they have been running at one third of the level of the last recess… more »

This weekend I spent an enjoyable Saturday afternoon attending Radio 3's 'free thinking festival', at the Sage, Gateshead. I found the presentation 'Narcissism and Leadership' by Mike Brearley, former England cricket captain, both thought provoking an… more »

Like a lot of things in life, balance is important. So it is with risk. Avoid all risk and we would avoid almost all activities, at least those of any value. We would all agree that risk is acceptable, too little and we will have inaction or stasis, t… more »

For most people a house is the largest purchase they will ever make and along with their pension, is the biggest asset they will acquire. It should be part of a sound and balanced approach to personal investment, including pension provision, savings an… more »

It is reported that Mike Ashley, the owner of relegated Newcastle United has expressed regret that he failed to do due diligence – the process of thoroughly checking Newcastle’s finances – before buying the club. It is common practice in the business… more »