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How the savings market looks this week
16th July 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

The last few weeks have seen some positive signs, possibly pointing towards the start of a better period for savers. Last week it was the launch of the highest 1 year fixed rate bond in nearly two years, this week we have seen the highest paying best buy notice account launched since June 2013.
Protect your children's inheritance from the taxman
14th July 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Having worked hard all your life for your family, saving for their future and paying your taxes, it is not surprising that most people would rather not needlessly pay Inheritance Tax (IHT).
Protecting your children's inheritance from the taxman
14th July 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Having worked hard all your life for your family, saving for their future and paying your taxes, it is not surprising that most people would rather not needlessly pay Inheritance Tax (IHT).
Savings Rate Rundown
26th June 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

There's been a lot of activity recently, in particular amongst Challenger Banks, jostling for position on our Best Buy tables. Read on for a rundown of some of the latest movers and shakers.
P2P: Another financial scandal in the making?
26th June 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

Peer to Peer Lending (P2P) has grown substantially in recent years, as savers look to alternative ways to improve their interest. However there is evidence that many of those investing in P2P don't fully understand the risks involved. So is P2P another financial scandal waiting to happen?
Out of deflation - that didn't last long
26th June 2015
Author: Anna Bowes

Category: Savings News

The UK dipped into deflation for the first time in over 50 years as prices fell by -0.10% in the year to April 2015. But it was short lived. We're officially out of deflation as price rises have grown by 0.10% for the year to May.