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Financial planning advice in high demand

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Demand for financial planning advice was strongly up in the first half of the year. Pensions and investments remain strongest drivers, but greatest growth was in demand for mortgage advice.

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British Chambers criticise budget proposals for world’s highest Capital Gains Tax

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Budget proposals to raise the 18% Capital Gains Tax to a possible 40% or more would give the UK the highest level of Capital Gains Tax in the world. This will inevitably discourage investors, say the British Chambers of Commerce. Click headline to read more.

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Investment advice needed on “tied products”, says EU

Monday, May 10th, 2010

Banks and building societies are now offering special deals on one investment or savings product, provided that the customer signs up for a second, additional investment product at the same time. However, such “tied” deals involving 2 linked products are not always in the best interests of the consumer, according to the EU.

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Fixed rate bonds beat savings blues

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

If you have savings that you can lock away for several years, fixed rate bonds may be suitable for you, in the current low-interest-rate climate. Fixed rate bonds are guaranteed investments that offer relatively good returns by the end of their term, but carry heavy penalties for those wishing to withdraw their money early. Interest [...]

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