When it all goes wrong
The latest firm-level complaints data from the FSA makes interesting reading and should form part of the due diligence process for a savvy investor.
Waiting for wage inflation
Mar 30, 2011
We comment on the views of M&G’s Jim Leaviss and Fidelity’s Ian Spreadbury on interest rates, price inflation and wage inflation.
Already saving for higher tuition fees
Mar 29, 2011
We comment on the rising cost of higher education and how parents can ensure this is affordable in the future.
IFAs, profitability and sustainability
Mar 28, 2011
New research from Plimsoll Publishing suggests that around one-third of IFA firms are making an ‘unsustainable’ loss as a result of ever increasing costs.
Are you confused by the ISA rules?
Mar 28, 2011
New research from price comparison website confused.com has found that 14% of people do not understand the ISA rules.
Market numbers: Friday 25th March 2011
Mar 26, 2011
The FTSE 100 index of leading UK company shares finished the week at 5,900.76, up 19.89 points or +0.34% on the day and up 182.63 points (+3.19%) over the week.
Budget 2011: Live Webcast
Mar 25, 2011
Informed Choice chartered financial planner Nick Bamford presented a live webcast this morning to discuss the main personal finance measures announced in the Budget. You can watch it here.
Budget 2011: CPI Indexation
Mar 24, 2011
We look at the change from RPI to CPI when calculating thresholds and allowances, as a result of the Budget announcement yesterday.
Budget 2011: Disguised Remuneration & EFRBS
Mar 24, 2011
The Budget introduces a new income tax charge on third party arrangements used by employers to provide a reward to employees.
Budget 2011: Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS)
Mar 24, 2011
We describe changes to the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) with income tax relief for new subscriptions increasing from 20% to 30% from 6th April 2011.
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