Bonds investments may provide a secure return over 5 years, but for the longer term, stock investments will always be the clear winner, says billionaire investor Warren Buffet.
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Stock investments versus bonds are a ‘no-brainer’, says Warren Buffett
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010Investment Funds – invest to beat the bank
Friday, August 20th, 2010
Investment funds offer a golden opportunity to expose your money to the attractive growth rates that can be accessed in stocks and shares. Investment funds generally outperform cash, in the medium term. Here we explain how we create a funds investment that is perfectly suited to you.
Shares investment advice – Funds report spots 90 serious underperformers
Friday, May 28th, 2010The need for shares investment advice has been highlighted in a report which states that 90 well-known UK investment funds are now seriously underperforming. Collectively, these so-called ‘dog’ funds contain £14.25bn of investors money, up 96% since last year.
Guaranteed Investments – Performance with Peace of Mind
Wednesday, May 12th, 2010As we emerge from the financial gorefest of the economic downturn, many investors are seeking refuge in guaranteed investments which offer stability plus no risk to capital. Guaranteed bonds offer the option to invest with the comfort of knowing that you get back at least what you put in – and, potentially, a lot more. But stock markets are not the only choice, with guaranteed investments – and the easy availability of a monthly income from your lump sum is another attraction.
ISA savings tangled in red tape, says Consumer Focus
Friday, April 2nd, 2010ISA savings are strangled in red tape, mired in misinformation and blocked by barriers to switching accounts, says market watchdog Consumer Focus. Inefficiencies by ISA providers may cost savers up to £3 billion in lost interest. A ‘super-complaint’ has been lodged with the Office of Fair Trading.
ISAs deadline may be 1st April, so don’t be fooled
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010
This year the tax year comes to an end over the long Easter weekend. Savers wishing not to lose their ISAs savings allowances may, therefore, have to act by Thursday, April 1st, depending on their savings provider.
Are you ISA aware? 91% aren’t, says Lloyds
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
Less than 10% of people know their new ISA allowances for the upcoming tax year, according to Lloyds TSB. Many under-24s think an ISA is an iPhone app, many more think it is an Instant Savings Account, says the bank.
ISA big hit with the ladies, as birthday looms
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
The Individual Savings Account (ISA) turns 10 this year, and as a tax-efficient savings option has already been taken up by 37% of households in the UK. Growth in uptake of ISA accounts has been faster among women than men, and the ISA is particularly popular with under-25s.
Get down to brass tax, with tax-free savings! Use your ISA allowances now
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010It’s that time of year again! With the end of the tax year on 5th April 2010 fast approaching, now is the time to snap up this year’s allowances for tax-free savings in Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs).
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