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New Help to Buy ISA Launched
09th December 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Although it’s still early days, so far, just 14 providers have got on board to offer the first Help to Buy ISAs, a Government scheme that helps first time buyers get on the housing ladder, in the form of a bonus of up to £3,000.
Rates Rundown - all of the latest deals
09th December 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Just as we thought that providers were winding down for Christmas, with few notable changes being made, we suddenly saw a bumper week, with not just the new Help to Buy ISAs available, but also a whole host of changes affecting no less than six of our best buy tables.
Industry watchdog releases LOWEST paying savings accounts league table!
09th December 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Following an extensive review of the savings market, the Financial Conduct Authority (the FCA) has released more details on the remedies it proposes to bring in, to better serve and support savers. These include prominently displaying interest rates for savers and naming and shaming the lowest rates paid by banks and building societies.
Do You Own a Property Abroad?
09th December 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

New European Union (EU) regulations (Cross Border Succession Brussels IV) now make life, or should we say death, far simpler for those owning second properties, or other assets, in EU States outside the UK.
The Autumn Statement - what it means for you
27th November 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

On 25 November 2015 the Chancellor delivered the Autumn Statement, along with the Government's first Spending Review since 2010.Below is a summary of the key announcements which we hope you will find it useful and informative.
Good Advice After Bad
17th November 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Last week it was announced that some of the England rugby team took some seriously bad advice from none other than the team kit man, which got us thinking about financial advice and most importantly, those who are qualified to give it.