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‘Last-minute’ investors to make full use of ISA allowance
Leading discount broker Willis Owen has urged ‘last-minute' investors to make full use of their ISA allowance ahead of the tax deadline.Willis Owen expects to see a surge in investments over the next week as people look to secure this year's tax free allowance before midnight on Tuesday 5 April.
Cash ISA savers urged to check rates
New research by Consumer Focus shows that two-thirds of people who opened a cash ISA with a ‘teaser' interest rate are likely to be losing out by failing to switch once the higher introductory interest rate runs out.
Safety more important than interest rates for older ISA savers
People aged over 45 identify safety as the most important factor when deciding which ISA provider to use - higher than getting the best price, according to new research by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).
Use it or lose it - ISA deadlines from Barclays Stockbrokers
As the end of the tax year approaches, Barclays Stockbrokers, the UK's largest execution-only online stockbroker, has announced its deadlines for ISA account opening and funding.
Apply early for cash ISAs to avoid disappointment
Santander is urging savers to act now to avoid disappointment and ensure they don't miss out on this year's 2010/11 ISA allowance. With the end of the tax year fast approaching it's important that savers don't leave it too late to apply for an ISA in time to fund before the end of the current tax year.
ISA? That's an Australian boy-band, right?
With the end of the tax year rapidly approaching Confused.com is calling on consumers to get clued up about tax free savings. New research from the price comparison site revealed that 43% of Brit's have never had an Individual Savings Account (ISA) and that 14% didn't know what an ISA was.
Northern Rock improves interest rates for Fixed Rate ISA savers
Northern Rock is launching three new issues of its fixed rate cash ISA, offering savers the chance to take advantage of competitive tax-free* interest rates before the new tax-year begins on 6 April.
Top tips for exploring equity ISAs
Consumers should look to fully utilise the maximum ISA allowance available to increase tax efficiency, says moneysupermarket.com. With interest rates low and inflation high, many savers could be missing out on better returns by not considering the option of investing in stocks and shares ISAs.
Why you shouldn't put all your ISAs in one basket
Limiting your exposure, building a multi-asset portfolio, not keeping all of your eggs in one basket; however you describe it, diversification is a constant theme for investors.
Saving for our children is important - but what are the options?
With Child Trust Funds no longer available and a new children's savings plan - called Junior ISA - expected to be launched later this year, independent financial research company Defaqto outlines the options available for people that want to start saving for their children in the meantime.
Younger generation need more help to understand ISAs
New research from Lloyds TSB Savings shows that whilst the nation is savvier than ever about Cash ISA's, today's younger generation of 18 to 24 year olds need more help to understand the benefits of an ISA.
Investors shun banks to go online for ISA savings
New research reveals the number of investors who bought their last ISA online via a fund supermarket or broker has increased by 37% in the last year to more than one in two (51%).
Beat the rush and complete your ISA in plenty of time
Fidelity International is urging investors to treat this weekend as ‘ISA weekend' and ensure they get their ISA applications in on time and avoid the last minute ISA rush.
UK average cash ISA balance is £7,836
Customers in Derbyshire Dales have the highest cash ISA balance of £10,478, 34% above the UK average of £7,836, according to the latest Halifax Savings Map. South Bucks (£10,321), Harrow (£10,228), Chiltern (£10,165), East Dorset (£10,120) and Brentwood (£10,025) all also have balances over £10,000.
Leeds launches new fixed rate ISA range with access
Leeds Building Society has launched a new suite of competitive fixed rate ISA products, which include 1, 3 and 5 year versions.