News Archive

1. New kid on the block

   The Junior Isa (Jisa), available from 1 November, replaces the Child Trust Fund (CTF) scheme, which closed to new entrants in January 2011. Unlike with CTFs, the government will make no contributio... more...

2. Outlook for shares

   It is often said that stock markets are driven by fear and greed – and, right now, it is probably fair to say that fear is winning. A combination of negative factors – from disappointing econom... more...

3. Guaranteed Investments - do you understand the small print?

   If you hold a reasonable amount of cash on deposit, chances are your bank has contacted you offering free financial advice.  One of the most popular investment products with banks  over r... more...

4. Is it time to get back into the investment market?

   There has been a significant reduction in both new and existing monies being invested in recent months, which is understandable given the volatile markets and economic uncertainty. However, beating... more...

5. Making the most of your retirement

   At retirement, the majority of personal pension plan holders simply buy the annuity from the holding provider, without checking out other options which could dramatically increase their retiremen... more...

6. Pocket Tax Guide 2012-13

   For a guide to the main rates and allowances for 2012-13, please feel free to download our concise guide.     Click here for your free pocket tax guide for 2012-13 more...

7. Unisex rates - the winners and losers

   New rules from December 2012 mean that insurers will not be able to use a person’s gender when setting prices. Inevitably, this means there will be winners and losers. For car insurance and li... more...