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Savers could gain an extra £260m a year
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) may mandate a set rate for easy-access savings accounts that could be worth up to £260m a year for savers.
21 Jan 2020
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Online Isa & Sipp providers cost comparison table
Below is a breakdown of the charges levied by some of the most popular online Isa platforms for funds and stocks & shares. Click on the broker name to…
14 Jan 2020
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Mini-bonds could spell big trouble for small investors
Investors have been seduced by the high interest rates on mini-bonds, but they’re not as safe as they seem.
11 Dec 2019
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Don’t give your children toys for Xmas, give money
If you give your children or grandchildren fashionable toys for Christmas they’ll soon forget about them – so put some money to work for them instead.
26 Nov 2019
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Beware of cash Isa scams
Fraudsters have been targeting savers by offering unrealistically high interest rates on cash Isas.
19 Nov 2019
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Child Trust Funds: where is your child’s cash?
Your offspring may have a child trust fund tucked away. If so, their money is being consumed by fees
15 Oct 2019
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The dangers of negative interest rates
Negative interest rates could spark the next financial crisis. And central bankers could end up the object of the public's wrath, says Merryn Somerset…
7 Oct 2019
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The benefits of sitting tight with your savings
Agreeing to lock up your cash can boost the interest rate on your savings significantly. Ruth Jackson-Kirby reports.
20 Aug 2019
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Don't raid your pension savings to buy a property
Housing minister James Brokenshire has suggested you should be able to raid your pension savings to fund the purchase of your first home. You shouldn'…
16 Jun 2019
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Millions fall foul of pensions contributions rule
Almost a million savers could face punitive tax charges on their pension contributions because they have unwittingly triggered a substantial reduction…
29 May 2019
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The appeal of a private bank
Private banks have long been surrounded by an air of prestige. But is the service they provide worth the extra cost?
17 May 2019
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How to prepare for a Corbyn government
The real risk to your finances is not Brexit, says Merryn Somerset Webb, it's that the mismanagement of Brexit could lead to a Corbyn government. So h…
9 May 2019
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Hargreaves Lansdown’s one-stop savings shop
Should you sign up to Active Savings, Hargreaves Lansdown’s new product aimed at “time-poor” savers?
7 May 2019
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Stocks beat cash and bonds over the long term
Far more cash Isas are set up than stocks and shares Isas, says Marina Gerner. That's odd given the higher returns from stocks in the long run.
19 Apr 2019
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Should you get your child a Jisa?
If you have any money left over once you’ve used up your tax-free allowances, you could consider a junior Isa for your children. But keep an eye on no…
15 Mar 2019
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Aim shares: make your Isa less taxing
Once considered too risky for an Isa, Aim shares can offer some valuable tax benefits to adventurous investors.
15 Mar 2019
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Six investment trusts for your Isa
Looking for ideas on what to put in your Isa this year? MoneyWeek’s model investment trust portfolio might be a good place to start – and for those wh…
15 Mar 2019
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VCTs, EIS and SEIS: tax relief for brave investors
If you can stomach the risk involved in backing a company in its early stages, consider VCTs, the EIS and the SEIS. Generous tax breaks are on offer.
15 Mar 2019
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Shares Isas: protect your assets from the taxman
Escape capital-gains and dividend taxes on investments ranging from stocks to corporate bonds with a shares Isa. Here’s how to find one that suits you…
15 Mar 2019
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Isas: Where to stash your cash
If you put your savings in a cash Isa, you will never be liable for tax, regardless of how much interest you accumulate. Here is an overview of the to…
15 Mar 2019
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IF Isas: look beyond stocks and bonds
You can now put a wide range of alternative investments in the tax-free wrapper, with the Innovative Finance Isa, (IF Isa). But tread carefully.
15 Mar 2019
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London Capital & Finance: mini-bond investors lose their savings
The plight of investors misled by London Capital & Finance is a warning to be on your guard.
15 Mar 2019
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Peer-to-peer: cutting out the middleman could cost you
There are a vast array of peer-to-peer lending sites. That’s why you need a company to help research and collate the ones that might suit you.
11 Mar 2019
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The default option will cost you money: always opt out
Making the effort to move your money from your financial provider’s default settings could make you significantly better off, says Merryn Somerset Web…
4 Feb 2019
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Innovative Finance Isas available to invest in now
Innovative Finance Isas have been around since April 2016, but are only now becoming widely available. Here, we present a comprehensive list of IFIsas…
1 Feb 2019
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Easy ways to save cash
Devote an afternoon to some simple money administration, and you could make a big difference to your finances over the year.
11 Jan 2019
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Lisas limp on, but savers are missing out
Lifetime individual saving accounts have hardly been a roaring success. In the 2017-2018 tax year, the average contribution was £3,114 per account, £4…
14 Dec 2018
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How to keep your pension savings on track
An annual pension “health check” will help you plan ahead for your retirement.
30 Nov 2018
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Beware of the risks when investing in mini bonds
Don’t be swayed by impressive interest rates and fun perks, says Ruth Jackson. Mini bonds aren’t as good an investment as they look.
16 Nov 2018
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Sipps sued over scams
Clients and providers disagree on who should be responsible for spotting fraud, says David Prosser.
26 Oct 2018
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NS&I fails to keep up
The state-backed bank is popular, but there are better rates on offer elsewhere for savers, says Ruth Jackson.
7 Sep 2018
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Don’t lose your child’s savings
Child trust funds turn 16 this year – but a million accounts have been abandoned. Is yours one of them?
31 Aug 2018
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How to make the most of the 0.25% interest-rate rise
So the Bank of England has raised interest rates to a whopping 0.75%. Might as well make the most of it, says Ruth Jackson.
10 Aug 2018
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Pensions and savings tax relief under attack
MPs want to reform the savings and pensions tax relief system to benefit the less well-off.
3 Aug 2018
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Look beyond NS&I for better rates
Spread your cash among several accounts to earn more interest than the state-owned bank pays, says Ruth Jackson.
22 Jun 2018
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A stress-free way to switch current accounts
Breaking up with your bank shouldn’t be difficult, says Ruth Jackson. If you’re looking to change current accounts, here’s how to do it.
8 Jun 2018
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Individual savings account (Isa)
Individual savings accounts (Isas) are a way of saving and investing without paying income tax or capital gains tax.
23 May 2018
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Asos: setting the trend when it comes to savings
The retailer’s plan to offer a range of savings options may inspire others, says David Prosser.
18 May 2018
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Three apps to save you money
Apps on your mobile phone can help you salt away cash and manage your finances. But these tools may be less useful than they seem, says Ruth Jackson.
18 May 2018
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Don’t miss out on the best current accounts
There’s no point sticking with a bank that offers a bad deal, says Ruth Jackson. Make sure you move when rates are cut.
27 Apr 2018
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What Mary Poppins teaches you about compound interest
At the suggestion of Mary Poppins, Mr Banks takes his children to his workplace where they learn a thing or two about saving.
20 Apr 2018
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The best cash Isas for last-minute transfers
It’s not too late to take advantage of your Isa allowance, says Ruth Jackson. Here are the best options for your cash.
30 Mar 2018
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Tax breaks for early-stage investors with VCTs
If you’ve already used your Isa and pension allowances, then venture capital trusts and the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) may be the investment v…
16 Mar 2018
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What you can learn from the first Isa millionaire
Invest in solid family-run firms, focus on dividend growth and take a long-term view, says noted private investor John Lee.
16 Mar 2018
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IFIsas: a bold way to build your capital
Innovative Finance Isas are the newest kids on the block, offering diverse ways to invest, but be aware that high rewards mean greater risk.
16 Mar 2018
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Duck the dividend tax with share Isas
Our cash-strapped government is coming after shareholders with higher dividend taxes, but investment Isas are still tax-free.
16 Mar 2018
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The best Isa deals for your cash
Build up your savings in an Isa and it remains tax-free for life, no matter how large the lump sum becomes. Here’s our round-up of the top rates avail…
16 Mar 2018
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Making the most of the seven ages of investment
Your financial needs change as you get older, so your investment strategy needs to evolve in response. Matthew Partridge explains the key principles f…
15 Mar 2018
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Isa basics: what you need to know
All you need to know about how Isas work, including how much you can pay in, what you can hold, and how to transfer an Isa.
9 Mar 2018