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Further misery for savers as inflation hits 3.7%
Inflation figures released today show the Consumer Price Index increased by 0.4% to 3.7% during December.
Top tips on how to make the most of your ISA allowance
As we approach the end of the 2010/2011 tax year and the end of this year's annual ISA allowance, it makes sense to use the ISA investment allowance and not lose it.
ISA investors pay an unnecessary £80 a year to the taxman
The IMA has revealed that investors using their full ISA allowance to invest in a property fund pay £80 a year in unnecessary tax, which they would avoid in a tax-efficient fund.
New growth plan from Legal & General
Legal & General has announced the launch of FTSE Growth Plan 8 this month. This is a structured capital at risk contract designed to offer investors the potential for a bonus payment at the end of the fixed term of 50 per cent of the investment amount. Capital is not protected with this plan.
Another top fixed rate ISA from Yorkshire
Chelsea Building Society is launching a new three year ISA tomorrow offering customers the best fixed rate on the market at 4 per cent.
Use those valuable tax breaks this year, says Fidelity
With UK taxes at such high levels, as savers and investors we owe it to ourselves now more than ever to get the full benefit from available tax breaks this year.
Leeds fixed rate ISA at 3% with access
Leeds Building Society has launched a new market leading 18 month fixed rate ISA paying 3.00%. Furthermore, the account also provides the flexibility and peace of mind that comes with access to 25% of the funds, without notice or penalty at any time, which is unusual for fixed rate savings.
Bank of Scotland launches its ISA Promise
Bank of Scotland has announced the launch of its ISA Promise, providing a fairer deal for customers when transferring their cash ISA.
Junior ISA - a gift that's not just for Christmas
With Christmas just weeks away and further details of the Government's newly announced Junior ISA scheme expected in the spring, providing for children will be foremost in many parents' minds.
Make the most of this year’s ISA allowance
Savers can earn a better return on their savings by investing their cash in a one year fixed rate cash ISA, compared with a one year fixed rate bond - analysis by moneysupermarket.com has found.
How to get a guaranteed rate of up to 16% on your savings
Low interest rates, with even the best instant access accounts only giving around 3%, have left many retired people struggling to make ends meet.
Leeds launches 1 Year Fixed Rate ISA at 3% with access
Leeds Building Society has launched a new market leading 1 Year Fixed Rate ISA paying 3.00%. Furthermore, the account also provides the flexibility and peace of mind that comes with access to 25% of the funds, without notice or penalty at any time, which is unusual for fixed rate savings deals.
Northern Rock improves fixed rate cash ISA rates
Northern Rock is launching three new issues of its fixed rate cash ISA, offering competitive tax-free interest rates coupled with low access charges. The new accounts, which are fixed over a choice of either one, three or five years, will be available to open from today (19 November 2010) with a minimum initial deposit of £500.
Great bonus rate on your savings? Check the small print
Bonus rates make for good headline figures in the competitive savings account market, but check the small print before committing your savings, warns Julie Smith, head of savings at Fair Investment Company, or you could be in for a real shock.
London investors save almost £200 per month
Whilst the majority of investors in London are saving, most are not maximising their returns or taking advantage of the tax breaks open to them, according to research conducted on behalf of Fidelity Investment Managers.