March 2012
New ISA limits for 2012/13
ISA Limit set to rise to £11,280 for 2012-13.
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2012
UK market update
8th May 2012
UK tips back into recession
New ISA limits for 2012/13
21st March 2012
ISA Limit set to rise to £11,280 for 2012-13.
Interest rate update
8th March 2012
Economic issues; the long-term effects of quantitative easing.
UK economic update
15th February 2012
Current economic issues: 2012 a tough year in store.
Latest UK economic update
24th January 2012
Current economic issues.
2011
Pensions update
15th December 2011
Implications of the Chancellor's Autumn 2011 Statement
Pensions: Thinking of transferring your pension?
12th December 2011
Whether you are looking for better fund performance and lower charges, or have changed jobs or been made redundant, it is important you first take expert advice.
New kid on the block: Junior ISAs
7th November 2011
If you are a parent of an eligible child, you can now open a Junior ISA. If you are grandparent, relative or family friend you’ll be able to contribute.
Global market update
7th November 2011
Major markets up but volatility remains.
Investment: The outlook for shares
24th October 2011
We're not sure.
Current issues: Banking reform
29th September 2011
Fresh challenges for banks.
CPI vs RPI
19th September 2011
Pensions, Current issues: Moving from RPI to CPI.
What is an ISA?
16th August 2011
Current ISA rates 2011/2012.
No more compulsory purchase
9th August 2011
Pension changes age 75.
Current issues: Inflation update
21st July 2011
The inflation rate in June unexpectedly eased off slightly due to downward pressure on the cost of living.
Weekly Focus: Default Lines
1st July 2011
Our commentator on the consequences of Greece's likely default.
Global update
15th June 2011
Markets
Interest rates will rise, but not just yet
1st June 2011
Bank of England votes not to raise rates for fear of damaging the recovery.
Junior ISAs
4th May 2011
New kid on the block.
FSA to impose professional standards for investment advisers from 2013
21st January 2011
Pearson Hinchliffe Head of Financial Services, Richard Eastwood, believes stricter rules will boost consumer confidence.
Barclays fined £8m for mis-selling investments
19th January 2011
Poor investment advice leads FSA to impose largest ever fine on a financial retailer.
UK Pensions Changes Age 75
11th January 2011
From 6 April 2011, individuals will no longer be forced to buy an annuity by the age of 75.
2010
Saving for your children
22nd December 2010
The cost of raising a child now tops £200,000 according to the annual LV survey.
Interest rate update
17th December 2010
Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee remains divided on future strategy.
Start saving early for a greater reward
17th November 2010
Saving even a little early on in life can create a handsome pension pot in retirement.
Economic issues: Inflation update
28th September 2010
It remains stubbornly high, but how do policy makers bring inflation under control without derailing Britain’s fragile economic recovery?
Tax Planning: Capital Gains Tax and Entrepreneurs
14th September 2010
The Chancellor has announced a new relief to protect entrepreneurs from the proposed increases in capital gains tax.
Pensions: Allocating your wealth
12th August 2010
Planning for retirement doesn't need to be daunting. With a little forethought and professional advice you can ensure the lifestyle you desire once you leave work.
Rules of investment - N.o. 6
25th July 2010
Don't get too attached.
Tax planning: CGT and Entrepreneurs’ Relief
22nd July 2010
The coalition government is aiming to demonstrate its support for smaller companies.
Pensions and Savings
20th July 2010
The key is to start early to earn a greater reward.
CGT and the 2010 Emergency Budget
15th July 2010
A more measured approach to Capital Gains Tax has been adopted by the Coalition Government.
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October 2011
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September 2011
Free financial review
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September 2011
A Guide to Diversification
Start on the road to building an investment portfolio with this free guide for you to download.