Caroline Carberry, QC prosecuting, said: “This murder, at least in part, was a murder for gain. There is clearly evidence that there was a motive in this case, relating to financial gain.
“The motive in this case cannot be fully known. This defendant broke in late at night when he knew his wife would be at her most vulnerable, while she was asleep.
“There is a significant degree of premeditation, this was not an impulsive act. This defendant had murder on his mind for some time.”
Police forensics at the scene in Eastbourne
Ms Carberry said this should mean Hoadley should serve a life sentence with a minimum term of 30 years.