ISA – 21 not out
When the Individual Savings Account (ISA) was launched in 1999, the allowance was £3,000 for a cash ISA or £7,000 for a stocks and shares ISA each tax year.
Small island living – rediscovering what we already have
There has been an 800% rise in Brits searching for ‘Staycation UK’, as the uncertainty surrounding international travel continues to prevail.
Getting financially fit for a new way of life
With millions of people having been affected financially by the pandemic, it’s possible that your finances no longer match your lifestyle and needs.
Famous last words…
However complex or divisive a character Winston Churchill was, there’s no doubt he had a way with words. Including the importance of life insurance!
Fraud goes viral – if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is
UK fraud prevention groups are warning individuals to be extra vigilant following a huge increase in the number of scams seeking to exploit the pandemic.
Focus on the horizon
You may have heard the investment dictum - time in the market, not timing the market. Recent research on the concept has given some very compelling results.
Reassurance for Savers
In the spring, a surge was reported in the number of people enquiring about and opening savings accounts, as they sought to secure the best rates.
The Week in Review (w/c 7th)
Millions of children in England and Wales returned to school last week. For many, it was the first time in attendance since March, due to the pandemic.
Be vigilant and scam smart
There have been warnings from several UK bodies, including the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) urging people to be vigilant.
Maintaining your protection cover is vitally important
Financial hardship can strike when we least expect it, showing the importance of having protection cover in place as a safety net.
