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Tess McIntosh

Wealth Adviser

Building Passive Income for Retirement

29 Jul 2025

Building Passive Income for Retirement

Retirement is a well-earned season of life. An opportunity to enjoy freedom, fulfilment, and the rewards of your hard work. For many, the key to true peace of mind in retirement is knowing that your income will support the lifestyle and goals you value most. 

At Hewison Private Wealth, designing bespoke strategies to generate passive income is central to the way we care for our clients. Our independent, tailored approach means we consider your unique goals, whether that’s spending more time with family, engaging in your favourite hobbies, travelling, or supporting charitable causes important to you. 

How Passive Income Works in Your Portfolio 

Passive income refers to earnings that come to you without the need for daily involvement. This allows your wealth to keep working, even while you focus on what matters most. 

Central to our approach is the careful balance of different asset classes to achieve both reliable income and long-term growth. In particular, fixed income investments play a crucial role. They underpin the cash flow of your portfolio by providing predictable, regular interest payments. This strong foundation means your day-to-day and annual income requirements are met from these stable sources. 

The benefit of this structure is significant: you don’t need to sell capital or growth assets (like shares and property) to fund your living expenses or commitments. This approach protects your investment base, allowing your capital to remain invested and continue compounding for future growth, regardless of what’s happening in the broader market. 

Alongside fixed income, your portfolio may include direct shares, property, and managed funds. Each asset contributes in its own way, providing a blend of income and capital growth designed specifically around your goals, cash flow needs, and family vision. 

Focusing on Your Needs Today and Tomorrow 

We remain committed to monitoring, reviewing, and evolving your passive income streams as your life and the economic landscape change. Whether your priorities shift towards travel, family, philanthropy, or simply maintaining your current lifestyle, your investment strategy will remain closely aligned. 

Our independence and commission-free promise remain at the core of this approach, ensuring that every decision and recommendation is with your best interests at heart. As always, our team is here to answer your questions and discuss any changes to your circumstances, so you can feel fully supported and confident in your financial future. 

The Freedom of Independence—today and for your future. 

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