AJ Bell boss: Rachel Reeves ISA reforms ‘doomed to fail’ Investing The chief executive of a top investment firm has issued a scathing broadside against the Chancellor’s proposal to restrict cash ISA limits. In a letter seen by Sky News, AJ Bell chief executive Michael Summersgill wrote to Rachel Reeves that efforts to push Brits towards investing with limits on cash savings are “doomed to fail”. [...]
A complete guide to ISAs Personal Finance For UK investors, few acronyms carry as much weight as “ISA.” The Individual Savings Account remains the bedrock of personal financial planning in Britain, a tax-efficient sanctuary for your wealth amid ever-increasing taxes. As we move into the new tax year, the importance of maximising this allowance has never been greater. According to the IFS, [...]
Four tax reliefs to make the most of before 5 April Personal Finance Savers and investors have just a few weeks left to take advantage of their tax reliefs before the financial year ends on 5 April. Using these tax reliefs helps make the most of an uncertain political environment around wealth, with some tax allowances slashed in the 2024/25 year. These are four of the top tax [...]
Should I get an Innovative Finance ISA? March 3, 2025 Innovative Finance ISAs offer retail investors an alternative to more conventional savings accounts, although some financial advisers are cautious about the risk that comes with these products. IFISAs are designed to include more long-term, less-liquid investments. These can include peer-to-peer loans, crowdfunded debt issued by companies, and bonds issued by charities. As with all ISAs, [...]
A guide to ISAs: The different options for savers February 24, 2025 An Individual Savings Account (ISA) is a tax-efficient way to save or invest. It allows you to earn interest or returns without paying income or capital gains tax. There are five different types of ISAs to suit various financial goals. Understanding the different options will help you choose the right one for your needs. 1. [...]
