Kickstarting Series Two: Summer Highlights and Key Takeaways from the 2025 Budget

In the first episode of 'The Insightful Edge' Series Two, host Geoff Dyckes tells Phil Boyle about what he has been up to since finishing season one of the podcast.

The episode then dives into a detailed analysis of the 2025 budget, discussing its implications on income tax, dividends, pensions, property investments, electric vehicle taxation, and more.

Geoff provides insights and recommendations for small business owners, self-employed individuals, and those planning for the future. The conversation emphasizes the importance of financial planning and staying informed about fiscal changes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

00:39 Geoff's Summer Adventures

03:31 Book Recommendations

04:43 Budget Headlines and Key Points

06:11 Impact on Taxes and Fiscal Drag

08:19 Effects on Pensions and Investments

12:56 Changes for Small Business Owners

17:12 Electric Vehicles and New Taxes

19:12 Pensions and Inheritance Tax Changes

22:30 Making Tax Digital (MTD)

25:32 Mansion Tax Explained

28:13 Key Takeaways

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