Savings Investments Pensions archive

Savings Investments Pensions Archive

Published in December 2010

Shares vs property: Which is best for savers?

by Ed Bowsher | Where's the best place to invest your hard-earned savings?

Market-leading easy access savings accounts

by Rachel Wait | Check out the best savings rates on the market this month!

Public sector pension crisis

by Ed Bowsher | Public sector pensions are going to shrink by more than many people realise.

Hurry up and do this for a better retirement!

by John Fitzsimons | Annuity rates are on the rise, but it won’t last...

Why you should be terrified

by Ed Bowsher | Here are five financial nightmares that should scare you witless.

Be a pension millionaire!

by Ed Bowsher | You could be a pension millionaire even though you never saved more than £300 a month for your retirement.

5 top tips for pension late starters

by Jane Baker | If you have left your pension planning to the eleventh hour, don't panic. Follow these five tips and take control.

Get this market-leading savings account - quick!

by John Fitzsimons | The one-year bond market has seen tremendous competition of late, but it won’t last long!

12 billion reasons to switch your savings account today

by John Fitzsimons | Banks are being sneaky about the naff rates they’re offering. Ditch the rubbish deals for these market-leaders!

Published in November 2010

The most reliable savings accounts

by Rachel Wait | Rachel Wait reveals which lenders have increased their rates the most since the base rate cut, and which lenders have slashed them.

Your debt's more important than your pension

by Neil Faulkner | Here's what you should be doing with your spare cash.

Have a cost-neutral Christmas!

by Mike Kielty | The average person is going to spend almost £500 over the festive season. Here's how you can save the same amount, and manage to have a cost-neutral Christmas!

The best countries to retire to

by John Fitzsimons | If you fancy spending your retirement in sunnier climes, which nations should you be considering?

Earn 5.8% on your easy-access savings!

by Neil Faulkner | You can get an easy-access savings rate at twice the 'top' rate of 2.9% with low risk, but a little time!

The looming care crisis for the elderly

by Mike Kielty | Thanks to funding cuts from councils, many families face mounting bills for looking after their elderly relatives.

The savings accounts that are true best buys

by Serena Cowdy | We separate the wheat from the chaff to show you the very best savings accounts on the market.

How to retire at 55

by John Fitzsimons | Packing in work at a young(ish) age would be great, but just how realistic is it?

Save like a Scotsman and make £3,786!

by Harvey Jones | The myth of the prudent Scot has turned out to be true after all...

5 steps to financial happiness

by Mike Kielty | New research suggests that saving £194 a month equates to financial happiness. Follow these five simple ways to get to this magic amount.

Scary truth about our substandard pensions

by John Fitzsimons | Two new reports have revealed just how expensive life in retirement is – and how ill prepared we are for such costs.

The ten most misleading savings accounts

by Mike Kielty | Modern savings accounts may boast alluring names, but do they actually provide a decent rate on your money?

You are turning down free money!

by Jane Baker | Say no to your employer’s pension scheme and you’ll have made one of the biggest ever financial mistakes.

10 ways to boost your pension

by Jane Baker | If you find pensions cause nothing but utter confusion these top ten tips will help you find your way through the maze.

Earn up to 20% on your cash!

by Jane Baker | A new peer-to-peer lending business is currently providing huge returns. Should you get in on the act?

Earn 8% on your savings!

by John Fitzsimons | A new savings account offering an incredible return on your money has been launched. But is it too good to be true?

Make money the ethical way

by Mike Kielty | The market for ethical and green investment is booming. Find out how to invest in a way that contributes to society...and makes money as well.

The future of your pension

by Mike Kielty | The government is phasing in a new pensions scheme for employees from next year onwards. How will it affect you?

New top easy access savings account beats the bonds!

by Jane Baker | Check out the new best-buy easy access savings account and discover why it's a better bet than a one-year fixed rate bond.

Get £322 richer in minutes!

by Rachel Wait | Find out how you could earn more money by simply switching to a better savings account...

by Mike Kielty | The gap between the amounts that men and women get paid after retirement is huge, and it’s getting bigger. With younger women saving just over half the amount of their male colleagues, Mike Kielty investigates a pensions crisis in the making.

Savers: Earn more interest in your ISA

by Jane Baker | The government has kept its promise to increase our tax-free ISA allowance. This is great news for all savers.

Published in October 2010

Five ways to wreck your retirement

by lovemoney.com staff | Worried about your retirement? Avoid these five pension perils!

Government cuts will hit your pension

by Jane Baker | As the coalition unveils dramatic changes to pension tax breaks, we look at who will be affected.

Government unveils new tax-free ISA for kids

by Jane Baker | The government has given Junior ISAs the go ahead, but will the new accounts fill the gap left by child trust funds?

New market-leading easy access savings account

by Jane Baker | A brand new easy access account has just launched. Savers would be mad to miss it!

How to avoid rubbish annuity rates

by Jane Baker | If you don’t want to get stuck with the lowest annuity rates in history, here are five alternatives.

Make money from gold!

by John Fitzsimons | Gold has hit another record high. How can you cash in?

The cheapest places to retire!

by John Fitzsimons | How much you need to retire in comfort can vary wildly depending on your location.

Six great reasons to choose an index tracker

by Jane Baker | If you’re dipping your toe into the stock market waters for the first time, index trackers are a great place to start.

Ditch these ‘best buy’ savings accounts - now!

by Rachel Wait | Thanks to bonus rates, if you took out a savings account a year ago, the interest you’ll be earning now is likely to be minimal. And that means it’s time to get switching...

Five ways to protect your savings from apocalypse

by Neil Faulkner | Here are five ways to protect your savings from high-inflation type disasters. Does gold make the list?

Don’t miss the new market-leading savings account!

by John Fitzsimons | If you want to get the best tax-free return on your savings, you’ve got a new market-leading account to consider.

Retire at 70 and lose £19,290

by Jane Baker | Will deferring your retirement for the next few years really destroy your pension income?

65% of you can boost your pension this way

by Jane Baker | If there was a way to boost your pension income by a quarter, wouldn’t you want to know about it?

Savings left in your current account waste £1.7bn

by Jane Baker | You will get a poor return if you leave your savings to languish in a low interest current account.

More great news about your ISA

by Jane Baker | Steps taken by the market-leading ISA provider will be welcomed by savers who want a top tax-free return.

Why investing is not gambling

by Cliff D'Arcy | We explain why stock markets are not the same as casinos...

The safest savings accounts

by Cliff D'Arcy | To keep your savings perfectly safe, you need to read this advice!

Online versus in-branch savings accounts

by Rachel Wait | When it comes to choosing the best savings account, are you better off with an online account, or one you can operate in-branch?

Boost your pension by 52%

by Jane Baker | Deferring your pension benefits could deliver a massive boost to your income in retirement.

Published in September 2010

Give your pension a £24,000 boost!

by Jane Baker | How can you stretch your pension income far enough in retirement and beat inflation?

Why you won’t retire at 65

by Jane Baker | If you were hoping to escape rising retirement age, here’s why you may need to think again.

10 ways to beat rubbish savings rates

by Jane Baker | If today’s dismal rates have led you to conclude there’s no point in saving, here are ten alternatives.

Earn 5.15% on easy access savings

by Jane Baker | Earn a fantastic rate on your savings with this clever trick.

Boost your pension by 25%!

by Jane Baker | Find out the easy way to cut the cost of your pension and give the value a massive uplift.

New rules will make your savings safer

by lovemoney.com staff | The rules which protect your savings are changing. Find out how...

25 top places to lock away your money

by Rachel Wait | If you’re looking for the best home for your savings, check out these 25 top accounts...

5 savings accounts to avoid!

by Jane Baker | A decent savings account is hard to find but some are much worse than others. Find out which ones you should steer clear of.

How to build a fat-cat pension

by Cliff D'Arcy | As top company directors’ pensions head into the millions, we explain how to retire well-off.

Pay attention if you earn less than £33,500

by Jane Baker | If you earn between £5,034 and £33,540, new pension plans could push down your pay packet by 4% a year.

Watch out if you want to retire at 65!

by Neil Faulkner | The cost of lower earnings, redundancies and fallen property and stock markets has taken its toll on us, and our retirement plans haven't been immune, but we can help.

17 million Brits make this mistake

by Jane Baker | Find out why you could be making a huge error with your most important financial asset - and how to make sure you stop.

Top savings accounts for all amounts

by Rachel Wait | Whether you’ve got £1 to invest or £10,000, there’s a savings account out there for you....

Ouch! New tax rules attack your pension

by Cliff D'Arcy | Proposed changes to pension tax relief will mean lower pensions for high earners.

How to double your pension

by Jane Baker | Delaying your pension saving can have a devastating effect on your income in retirement.

3.25% savings that rise with base rate

by Jane Baker | The base rate can only head in one direction from here so why not link the return on your savings to it?

Earn 6% on children’s savings

by Jane Baker | The savings market may be pretty dismal for you, but things are looking up for your kids.

Get 20% more from your pension - video script

by Jane Baker | This tip is absolutely vital to know if you want to make the most of your pension pot at retirement.

Protect yourself from falling savings rates

by Rachel Wait | Lenders are slashing their savings rates once again. So if you’re sick of earning next to nothing on your savings account, now’s the time to switch...

Get a guaranteed return on your savings

by Neil Faulkner | Do you want a guarantee that you'll continue to earn some interest on your savings for at least a year or don't you? Some people give surprising answers.

Top new instant access savings accounts

by Jane Baker | Last week two new best-buys hit the savings market, but will they bring savers any respite?

Published in August 2010

The 20 top savings accounts

by Neil Faulkner | We show you the best savings accounts currently on the market.

Earn up to 9% on your savings

by Rachel Wait | Fed up with high street banks offering pitiful savings rates? Rachel Wait investigates an alternative way to save...

Earn 4.25% on your savings tax-free!

by Jane Baker | Find out where you can earn a top rate on your savings and keep your cash out of the taxman’s hands.

You could earn 5.8% on your savings (with a catch)

by Jane Baker | This new account could help you earn a great tax-free return and beat inflation.

The top 18 cash ISAs

by Rachel Wait | Looking for a more competitive cash ISA? Here, we highlight 18 of the very best...

This pension mistake could destroy your finances

by Jane Baker | Find out why fixing your pension income now for the rest of your life could cause huge damage to your finances in retirement.

How to choose a managed fund

by Jane Baker | If you want to try and beat the market, find out how to choose the best managed funds.

How to choose a managed fund - video script

by Jane Baker | If you want to try and beat the market, find out how to choose the best managed funds.

Stop inflation attacking your savings

by Jane Baker | Inflation is the enemy when it comes to your savings because it attacks real returns, and reduces the purchasing power of your cash.

Stop inflation attacking your savings - video script

by Jane Baker | Inflation is the enemy when it comes to your savings because it attacks real returns, and reduces the purchasing power of your cash.

Win more cash from Premium Bonds

by Cliff D'Arcy | With over £41 billion in Premium Bonds, here’s how to be a winner.

Six top savings accounts out now

by Serena Cowdy | We separate the wheat from the chaff to highlight six of the best savings accounts on the market.

Dangerous savings accounts

by Rachel Wait | Bonus rates on savings accounts might look appealing, but is there more to them than meets the eye?

Retire at 65 and lose £15,000

by Neil Faulkner | We look at the pros and cons of cashing in your pension pot early.

Earn 15% on instant access savings!

by Neil Faulkner | We show you how to earn 15% interest on some of your savings, and how to wallop inflation on all your savings!

Why saving is a sucker’s game

by Cliff D'Arcy | We explain how a ‘toxic triple’ of problems is making savers miserable!

The banks you can’t trust

by Rachel Wait | Rachel Wait reveals the worst banks for keeping you in the dark about your savings...

Your savings are safe in a foreign bank

by John Fitzsimons | Foreign banks offer some of the best rates to savers, but is it risky to trust them with your savings?

How to make money tax-free!

by Jane Baker | Government tax breaks are not-to-be-missed. Find out how to make the most of Britain’s favourite tax-free accounts.

Published in July 2010

Why now could be a good time to take your pension

by Jane Baker | Is it better to buy your annuity now or wait? It’s never an easy decision, but find out why you should think about taking the plunge now before rates get even worse.

Protect your kids from the taxman - Video script

by Jane Baker | Find out everything you need to know about your children’s savings and tax

Protect your kids from the taxman

by Jane Baker | Find out everything you need to know about your children's savings and tax

Top 10 one-year fixed rate bonds

by Jane Baker | Returns from fixed-rate accounts have dropped off spectacularly, but one-year bonds are still a great choice for savers.

Does NS&I have a hidden agenda?

by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner believes NS&I has a secret reason for withdrawing index-linked savings certificates.

12 million face pension cuts

by Jane Baker | As public and private sector final sector pension benefits are set to be reduced, how will you be affected?

Turn your kids into millionaires!

by Jane Baker | Find out why it’s crucial to help your kids climb the pension ladder as soon as they're born.

Earn 4% fixed on your savings and get instant access

by Serena Cowdy | There’s still hope for savers! We show you an account that offers a great rate AND flexibility.

High street savings accounts suck!

by Jane Baker | The UK’s big high street banks are offering some really appalling savings rates. Find out where you should be looking instead.

Top 13 inflation-busting savings accounts

by Jane Baker | Inflation figures may have dropped but is it any easier for savers to earn a return which beats inflation?

Why delaying your pension makes sense

by Jane Baker | Find out how putting off taking your pension for a few years could boost your income in retirement.

Daphne's big money dilemma

by Harvey Jones | The state is failing Daphne even though she is cash poor. Harvey Jones needs your help to solve her dilemma.

Britain's worst investments!

by Cliff D'Arcy | We have 25 million of these policies, but their returns are truly awful.

Your ISA can make you a millionaire!

by Cliff D'Arcy | With stubborn saving over the years, your tax-free ISA can reach a mighty total.

Why you need a Will

by Jane Baker | Dying without a Will can cause a financial mess for those you leave behind

Why you need a Will - Video script

by Jane Baker | Dying without a Will can cause a financial mess for those you leave behind

Help! In my forties and still no pension

by Jane Baker | If you're a late starter you aren't doomed to a retirement in poverty as long as you start to turn things around today.

How to save your savings

by Mark Adams | Returns on fixed-rate savings bonds are plunging fast with the average rate on a one-year bond sinking to an all-time low. So what next for hard-pressed savers?

The easy way to increase your pension income by 24%

by Jane Baker | Choosing a competitive annuity is a crucial decision. Get it right and you could enjoy a far greater income in retirement.

Get more money from your pension

by Jane Baker | If the time has come to turn your pension pot into an income, where will you get the best value for money?

Help! In my forties and still no pension!

by Jane Baker | If you've left your pension planning to the eleventh hour, find out how to catch up quick.

Help! In my forties and still no pension!

by Jane Baker | If you've left your pension planning to the eleventh hour, find out how to catch up quick.

Great news for your ISA

by Jane Baker | Transferring your cash ISA can be a long and arduous process, but it’s about to get a whole lot easier.

Seven super online savings accounts

by Jane Baker | Are you after a savings account with a top rate and instant online access? Well, look no further...

Make money from booze!

by John Fitzsimons | That bottle of plonk doesn’t just taste nice – it can make you money too!

The terrible news for your pension

by Jane Baker | The budget wasn’t particularly kind to pensioners or those saving for retirement. Find out how spending cuts will affect you.

Published in June 2010

How to fall in love with your pension again!

by Harvey Jones | Harvey Jones asks how can you expect your pension to care for you in later life, if you don’t care for it?

Earn 5% on your savings for FIVE years!

by John Fitzsimons | You can get a market-leading rate of interest on your savings if you lock them up. But is that a smart move?

Britain is a nation of savers again

by Rachel Wait | It’s official: for the first time since records began, as a nation, we are saving more than we are borrowing.

A lesson the old can learn from the young

by Neil Faulkner | New research suggests that younger savers have something to teach older people.

Cash ISAs are back on top!

by Jane Baker | Find out how to get a better return on your easy access savings with a cash ISA.

What the BP oil spill means for your pension

by Jane Baker | If the value of your pension has plummeted due to the BP oil spill, don't panic! Here's what to do.

Earn 8% on your savings (with a catch)

by Jane Baker | Find out how you can get around tricky eligibility rules and earn an ultra high rate on your savings!

Boost your pension by £130,000 before you retire

by Jane Baker | Check out these five easy ways to boost your pension pot!

Why cutting your pension contributions is a huge mistake

by Jane Baker | Find out why it’s crucial to keep your pension contributions up even when money is tight

Why cutting your pension contributions is a huge mistake

by Jane Baker | Find out why it’s crucial to keep your pension contributions up even when money is tight

Why pensions aren't always worth it

by Jane Baker | Does saving up for a pension always make good financial sense?

Even the best savings bonds are rubbish!

by Jane Baker | Find out why locking your savings away in a fixed rate bond gives you very little reward.

Three great ways to save for your kids

by Serena Cowdy | We highlight a host of savings accounts to fill the Child Trust Fund gap.

Guarantee the return on your easy access savings

by Jane Baker | Find out how to get great rates and protect the return on your easy access savings with a fixed bonus.

Make a will – for free!

by Szu Ping Chan | For one day only, the Institute for Professional Will Writers is offering free appointments with its members for a totally free will. But hurry because there aren’t very many left!

Avoid these eight savings accounts!

by Rachel Wait | Some savings accounts are still paying next to nothing in terms of interest. Don’t put up with it any longer!

Published in May 2010

Five tips for choosing a savings account

by Rachel Robson | In today's video, I'm going to highlight five things you should consider when choosing a savings account.

Five tips for choosing a savings account - Video script

by Rachel Wait | In today's video, I'm going to highlight five things you should consider when choosing a savings account.

This account pays 6.3% on your savings - tax-free!

by Donna Ferguson | Find out how some savers are earning 6.3% on their savings, tax-free - without using up any of their ISA allowance.

Great news for your pension!

by Jane Baker | At last, one of the biggest problems with pensions could be resolved by the new government coalition.

Get 20% more from your pension

by Jane Baker | This tip is absolutely vital to know if you want to make the most of your pension pot at retirement.

Get 20% more from your pension

by Jane Baker | This tip is absolutely vital to know if you want to make the most of your pension pot at retirement.

Get 20% more from your pension - Video script

by Jane Baker | This tip is absolutely vital to know if you want to make the most of your pension pot at retirement.

How David Cameron plans to mess with your pension

by Jane Baker | Last week’s coalition document revealed a raft of new proposals on pensions. Find out how these rules will affect you.

Stop using a pension to save for retirement!

by Jane Baker | Many of you hate pensions, but are savings accounts or cash ISAs a sensible alternative for financing your retirement?

My top seven savings accounts

by Rachel Wait | If you’re looking for a new home for your savings, check out these top seven accounts...

Top savings tips for the over 50s

by Jane Baker | Check out these six top tips on how to become a savvy senior saver and make the most of your cash.

Avoid these nasty savings catches

by Jane Baker | Getting the right savings account isn’t as easy as it seems, but by avoiding these four nasty catches you won’t go far wrong

Rates on cash ISAs rise

by Neil Faulkner | The cash ISAs for new customers are now better than they were six months ago. Neil Faulkner reviews the best of the bunch.

Avoid these nasty savings catches

by Jane Baker | Getting the right savings account isn’t as easy as it seems, but by avoiding these four nasty catches you won’t go far wrong

How to successfully diversify your portfolio

by Jane Baker | A well-diversified investment portfolio is an essential part of managing investment risks. Find out how to do it successfully.

Investing favours the brave

by Neil Faulkner | Outside of war with France or a nuclear explosion (and perhaps even then) there are very few investing risks that can't be managed simply.

Don’t get caught out by this pension scandal

by Jane Baker | Another pension scandal is brewing which has already cost pension savers millions. Find out how to guarantee it doesn’t happen to you.

Which political party will save your pension?

by Neil Faulkner | What will each of the three main political parties do about our very serious pension problems?

Five top easy access savings accounts

by Serena Cowdy | Serena Cowdy separates the wheat from the chaff to find the best savings account for you.

Published in April 2010

Earn 6% on your savings!

by Rachel Wait | Fed up with earning a pathetic rate of interest on your savings? We show you where you can still enjoy rates of up to 6%!

The risks of investing your ISA

by Jane Baker | Thinking of taking the plunge into the stock market for the first time with your ISA? Here’s everything you need to know about the risks involved.

Boost your pension income by 20% a year

by Jane Baker | If you know this trick to squeezing the highest possible income from your pension, you’re onto a winner!

Earn £947 more from your ISA

by Jane Baker | Find out how to give a huge boost to your ISA return this month - and every month - for the rest of the year.

Act now or lose £714 of tax-free cash!

by Jane Baker | Find out why it’s a mistake to buy your ISA just in time for the end of tax year deadline

Act now or lose £714 of tax-free cash!

by Jane Baker | Find out why it’s a mistake to buy your ISA just in time for the end of tax year deadline

Protect your finances against inflation

by Mark Adams | The latest inflation figures reveal prices have increased by more than expected. Record petrol price rises and fresh VAT hikes will see Britain suffer the highest rate of inflation in the western world. We show you how to beat the scourge of rising prices.

The seven worst savings mistakes ever!

by Rachel Wait | If you’ve got a savings account, or you’re thinking of applying for a new one, watch out for these top blunders!

The danger of using property as a pension

by Neil Faulkner | Relying only on your home or a pension for your retirement plans means unnecessary risk and potentially leaves you with a poor income.

Stop paying tax on your savings!

by Jane Baker | Find out how to become a smart saver with a Cash ISA, and enjoy totally tax-free return.

Act now or lose £714 this year

by Jane Baker | If you have savings and you make this mistake this year, it could cost you a massive £714.

Stop paying tax on your savings! - Video Script

by Jane Baker | Find out how to become a smart saver with a Cash ISA, and enjoy totally tax-free return.

Earn a higher rate on your savings

by Jane Baker | The savings market doesn’t have much to offer savers right now, but find out how you can still earn a great rate on your cash with this easy two-step plan.

Top 10 cash ISAs for the new tax year

by Christina Jordan | Whether you missed the last ISA deadline, or just made it in time, you now have a new £10,200 to play with!

The best savings accounts for over 50s

by Jane Baker | If you're over 50, you have a much wider choice of savings accounts than if you're under 50. But which ones offer the best return?

How to fill your ISA for free

by Cliff D'Arcy | Want a new tax-free ISA account? Here’s how to grab one without stumping up extra cash!

Five ways to increase your savings

by Rachel Wait | Whatever your goal, but you’re struggling to save, check out our top tips to help!

Turn your pension into a million pounds!

by Jane Baker | Find out why your pension could be worth a lot less than you think and how to turn it around.

Don't fall for this lie about ISAs

by Jane Baker | Whether or not you're planning to take out an ISA this year, watch out for this lie - or your savings will suffer!

The best savings plan in Britain!

by Cliff D'Arcy | Would you like to save over several years, earn a tax-free bonus, buy shares at a big discount and avoid market crashes? Alas, not everyone can join this super scheme...

Published in March 2010

The best ISA for every budget

by John Fitzsimons | Whether you are saving £1, £1000 or £10,000, these are the best accounts for you if you don’t want the taxman to take a slice!

The billion pound ISA rip-off

by Jane Baker | Best buy cash ISAs are often here today, gone tomorrow. This practice hasn’t gone unnoticed with a super complaint issued to the OFT today.

Get the best rate on your savings – now!

by Rachel Wait | With more savings accounts being withdrawn from the market, if you haven’t switched to a better account recently, now’s the time to do it.

The hidden fees that will destroy your pension

by Jane Baker | Watch out for this Government 'solution' to the pensions crisis... it will wreck all your retirement dreams!

Save £40,800 tax-free this month!

by Rachel Wait | New rules mean you and your partner can save an absolutely massive sum tax-free this month - but you need to hurry....

Last chance to get an ISA

by Christina Jordan | If you're thinking of opening an ISA this year, you need to do it sooner than you think. Easter is forcing all the banks to push forward their usual ISA deadlines -- here's a round-up of exactly what you need to do to ensure you get your money in on time.

Earn 4.6% on your savings tax free!

by John Fitzsimons | The ISA deadline is edging nearer, but going for one of these deals will secure you the best rates around.

Another pensions scandal waiting to happen

by Neil Faulkner | Neil Faulkner looks into some worrying comments from former pensions advisor to the Government, Ros Altmann, about the mis-selling of post-pension plans.

Boost your pension by 27%

by Chris Torney | Want to give your pension income a massive boost without it costing you a fortune? Chris Torney explains how.

The top 16 cash ISAs

by Rachel Wait | Looking for a better cash ISA? Then you’ve come to the right place!

Ditch these shocking savings accounts!

by Cliff D'Arcy | If your cash is dying in one of these 234 truly terrible savings accounts, then take your money and run...

How to buy the right annuity

by Jane Baker | Buying the best annuity for you is a crucial decision. Here's how to get it right.

3 tips when opening your first ISA

by John Fitzsimons | With ISA season in full swing. John Fitzsimons looks at what you should consider before going for your first account

3 tips when opening your first ISA - Video Script

by John Fitzsimons | With ISA season in full swing, John Fitzsimons looks at what you should consider before going for your first account.

Five vital pension tips for women

by Jane Baker | The UK pensions system has long been tipped in favour of men. Here’s how women can fight back.

Top 10 index trackers

by Jane Baker | Fancy taking the plunge into the stock market with an index tracker? Here’s everything you need to know.

16 super savings accounts!

by Neil Faulkner | This article will help you decide where to put your savings whether you have £1, £10,000 or £1 million!

Move to a better ISA today!

by John Fitzsimons | The number of ISAs that accept transfers in is on the rise, so there’s no reason to sit on a rubbish rate.

Get the new top savings account!

by John Fitzsimons | There’s a new table-topping easy access savings account, which should be top of your wish-list!

The Government is ripping off pensioners

by Malcolm Wheatley | Thanks to complicated and confusing systems, pensioners are getting ripped off by the Government, writes Malcolm Wheatley. Here’s how to fight back.

Make the most of your ISA allowance

by Mark Adams | Cash ISAs should be the first port of call for all savers, as they allow you to escape savings tax. But which are the best deals on the market? And what should you do to make sure you get the most benefit? Find out!

Published in February 2010

Top 20 savings accounts and cash ISAs

by Christina Jordan | Christina Jordan looks at the pros and cons of the top 20 cash ISAs and savings accounts available at the moment, including the new market-leading cash ISA.

You are making this pension mistake

by John Fitzsimons | Most of you are making this mistake before you cash in your pension pot for an annuity – avoid it, and you could save thousands of pounds!

Passing on your pension when you die

by Neil Faulkner | When you retire, you usually give up your retirement savings in return for a monthly pension income. Your children won't inherit a penny of your hard-earned cash. Here are some solutions.

The dangers of neglecting your pension

by Cliff D'Arcy | When did you last review your retirement savings? You'll be shocked at how much pensions plummeted during the Noughties...

Earn 6% on savings for the kids!

by Jane Baker | Don't miss these great ways to save for your child's financial future, and pay as little tax as possible.

The top five tax-free savings accounts!

by Jane Baker | Boost the return on your savings with these five fantastic tax-free savings accounts.

Top ISA dos and don'ts

by Cliff D'Arcy | Over 19 million savers have an ISA, but how many are getting a good deal? Here's how to make the most of these tax-free savings accounts.

Protect your savings from the inflation threat

by Chris Torney | With inflation rising, Chris Torney investigates whether fixed rate savings are a gamble, and reveals a different way to protect your returns.

Be a winner with savings and shares

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