Latest articles by Sarah Moore
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Neil Woodford seeks higher income
Features Neil Woodford, Britain’s best-known fund manager, is set to launch a new high-income fund. Sarah Moore reports.
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Equity release: should you tap your home for cash?
Advice Equity-release products have a mixed reputation, and can offer poor value, says Sarah Moore. So, it's important to think carefully before making a decision.
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Low-volatility funds: Low risk, high returns – too good to be true?
Features The growing popularity of low-volatility funds is leading to concerns that, in a future market downturn, such funds may not behave as investors expect. Sarah Moore reports.
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Save on travel money
Tips If you’re organised enough to get foreign currency sorted out before you leave, there are ways to save a substantial amount, says Sarah Moore.
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The divorce mortgage
Features Mortgage providers have dreamed up a solution to married couples who can't afford to divorce, says Sarah Moore – the divorce mortgage.
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The end of fund management entry fees?
Features Many fund managers have ditched entry fees for retail investors. But not all have, says Sarah Moore, so watch out.
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Spend less on the wedding
Features Very few couples are able to cover the entire cost of their wedding on their own. Sarah Moore has three tips for cutting down the cost of the big day.
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Millennials fight back against the fund industry
Features Demanding younger investors pose a problem for underperforming, complacent funds, says Sarah Moore.
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Exploit China’s shares gap
Features If you're planning to invest in China, it's useful to understand that there are two classes of shares: "A" shares and "H" shares. Sarah Moore explains the difference.
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Should you switch to a long-term fixed mortgage?
Features With interest rates at historic lows, the idea of locking in a fixed mortgage rate may be appealing. Sarah Moore looks at some of the best on the market at the moment.
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A catastrophic time for hedgies
Features Hedge funds charge high fees because they employ the best people. That story is getting ever harder to believe, says Sarah Moore.
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Change your bank and bag a £100 bonus
Features Many banks offer cash incentives to switch your current account to them, says Sarah Moore. And it's easier than you think.
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A tempting 100% mortgage for first-timers
Features Barclays launched its “Family Springboard Mortgage” marking the return of the 100% mortgage, says Sarah Moore.
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Buy China for the long term
Features Many investors may have been put off China by the dramatic swings in the market. Sarah Moore explains why that's a mistake.
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Does it pay to go green for your energy?
Features Sign up for a green energy tariff and you may think your energy comes direct from a renewable source. As Sarah Moore explains, the reality is a bit more complicated.
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Feeling brave? Then head to the frontier
Features Investing in frontier stocks is of course risky, says Sarah Moore. But these two markets could hold rewards for the brave.
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Brexit and consumer rights
Features Sarah Moore looks at what might happen to EU legislation if Britain votes to leave.
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An unusual way to boost your income
Tutorials Enhanced income funds can earn investors higher income without taking on added risk. Sarah Moore explains how they work.
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Expats: beware the exotic pond life
Features Affluent expats are a magnet for scammers and salesmen while living abroad. Sarah Moore offers some tips to avoid getting ripped off.
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Go East for income
Features Sarah Moore explains why investors should look to Asia in their search for income and growth.
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Cut the cost of university
Tips Students can leave university tens of thousands of pounds in debt. Sarah Moore offers some tips for making education more affordable.
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Vietnam: a good bet for the long term
Features Vietnam is one of the most promising economies in southeast Asia. Sarah Moore looks at the best ways to invest.
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Should you sacrifice your salary?
Features Salary sacrifice schemes can cut down the amount of tax you pay on your earnings. But are they always a good idea? Sarah Moore investigates.
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Making the most of regular saving accounts
Features Banks know that eye-catching time-limited rates are a good way of signing up customers. But as Sarah Moore explains, it can pay to switch.
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