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    • Make the most of your savings Moneywise - Thu, May 16, 2013 16:25 BST

      According to a survey by NS&I, conscientious Brits have never been saving more, squirrelling away 8% of income every month. But with savings rates only hovering above base rate, it's more important than ...

    • 'ING won’t let me leave' Telegraph - Thu, May 9, 2013 09:00 BST

      Jessica Gorst-Williams helps one reader close their savings account with ING Direct.

    • Boost your ISA with stocks and shares Moneywise - Wed, May 8, 2013 18:32 BST

      If you're looking to invest for the long term and you're comfortable taking some risk with your money, a stocks and shares ISA is worth considering. As well as allowing you to invest in a variety of different ...

    • How to make the most of your cash ISA Moneywise - Wed, May 8, 2013 16:07 BST

      Whether you're saving a few pounds a month for a rainy day or you're building up a significant amount to use as a mortgage deposit or to supplement your retirement income, a cash ISA should be your first ...

    • Your stocks and shares ISA in 2013 Moneywise - Wed, May 8, 2013 13:09 BST

      Q: I have only had cash ISAs until now but I have some extra money and want to use my stocks and shares ISA allowance this year. Where do I start? A: There are a number of questions you will need to ask ...

    • Investment in Isa funds drops by 50pc Telegraph - Fri, May 3, 2013 15:42 BST

      Industry figures show sales dropped to £1bn for 2012/13 despite £347m being pumped in during the last five days of the tax year.

    • Investment in Isa funds crashes by 50pc Telegraph - Fri, May 3, 2013 15:42 BST

      Industry figures show sales dropped to £1bn for 2012/13 despite £347m being pumped in during the last five days of the tax year.

    • Savings rates fall 70pc in two years Telegraph - Wed, May 1, 2013 14:34 BST

      Research by Moneyfacts reveals the extent to which easy access savings rates have fallen as banks and building societies withdraw bonuses.

    • I'm always told ISAs should be my first port of call when it comes to saving but I've found a savings account paying a better rate than a cash ISA. Is it still better to opt for the tax-free savings vehicle? ...

    • Why 3.30pm is the best time of day to pay your bills lovemoney.com - Wed, May 1, 2013 11:17 BST
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      Whether it's paying your credit card bill, your mortgage or simply sticking some money in your savings account, the time of day that you manage your money can make a difference to your bank balance.

    • Best buy savings that only last two days Telegraph - Sun, Apr 28, 2013 07:44 BST

      Savers need to be quick out of the blocks if they want to grab the best savings rates.

    • Why there’s no point being a saver until 2015 lovemoney.com - Wed, Apr 24, 2013 16:30 BST
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      The extension of a lending scheme for banks and building societies means there may be much better places to put your money than a savings account for a few years.

    • 10 things you need to know about ISAs Moneywise - Mon, Apr 22, 2013 14:15 BST

      Picking an individual savings allowance (ISA) account in which to squirrel away spare cash can seem a daunting task when faced with the everincreasing range of options. So as a starting point, make sure ...

    • Coventry launches market-leading cash ISA Moneywise - Mon, Apr 22, 2013 12:06 BST

      Coventry Building Society has today launched a market-leading two-year fixed rate ISA paying 2.55% interest - but only the full cash ISA allowance can be invested. The ISA will be available until 31 May ...

    • Money MOT: Coventry pulls top paying accounts Telegraph - Thu, Apr 18, 2013 20:05 BST

      Banks are withdrawing savings rates at a record rate. If you've missed the latest best buy, should you snap up its replacement?

    • Regulator to clamp down on bonus savings rates Telegraph - Thu, Apr 18, 2013 07:33 BST

      Financial Conduct Authority chief executive has hinted that the regulator will take action against "teaser" rates.

    • Inflation stalls at 2.8% Moneywise - Tue, Apr 16, 2013 12:35 BST

      Savers continue to despair as the Consumer Prices Index remains stubbornly above the government's 2% target for inflation. A basic-rate taxpayer now needs a savings account paying at least 3.5% interest ...

    • FirstSave has cut the rate on its leading savings account, so where should you deposit your money now?

    • DIY investors shouldn’t lose faith in emerging markets yet Telegraph - Sat, Apr 13, 2013 18:16 BST

      Looking at where our customers invested their money during the recently-ended ISA season, I was struck by a difference between the asset allocation of do-it-yourself investors and those who invest their ...

    • Money MoT: Santander Cash Isa Telegraph - Mon, Apr 8, 2013 10:10 BST

      Santander has pulled two of its best paying cash Isas from sale, but the Major 123 Isa paying 3pc remains on the market.

    • Five best cash Isas for the new tax year Telegraph - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 17:42 BST

      New tax year, new Isa deals. We round up where the best rates are to be found.

    • Top five new Isa transfer deals Telegraph - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 17:42 BST

      New tax year, new Isa deals. We round up where the best rates are to be found.

    • ISA Watch: Cheshire BS ISA Saver Moneywise - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 17:07 BST

      April marks the beginning of the 2013/14 tax year and the freshly increased tax allowances for ISAs will come into effect – up to £11,520 from £11,280 overall, of which £5,760 can go into a cash ISA. If ...

    • Isa ideas: Should you invest in India? Telegraph - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 16:05 BST

      You have until midnight to chose where to invest your Isa allowance. As a new tax year dawns, could this be the time to invest in India?

    • Moneywise readers swoop on last-minute ISAs Moneywise - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 12:27 BST

      More than half of Moneywise readers will invest the full ISA allowance before the tax year ends tomorrow, according to a new poll. The savvy intentions of our readers mean they will benefit from tax-free ...

    • Picking a last minute Isa: top 10 web tools Telegraph - Fri, Apr 5, 2013 10:31 BST

      You have until midnight to choose where to to invest your Isa allowance. These websites will help narrow down the options.

    • Savers grab last minute Isas with top rate at 3.1pc Telegraph - Thu, Apr 4, 2013 18:13 BST

      You have just one day left to take advantage of this year's Isa allowance. We highlight the best rates - and the catches.

    • Money MOT: Easy-access savings from West Bromwich Telegraph - Thu, Apr 4, 2013 16:18 BST

      West Bromwich Building Society has launched a market-leading no notice account. We put it to the test.

    • The top Cash ISAs you can still open lovemoney.com - Thu, Apr 4, 2013 12:56 BST

      The clock is ticking down to the end of the tax year. If you still want to open a best buy Cash ISA before Friday, here are your options.

    • Seven tips for beating the tax year deadline Moneywise - Tue, Apr 2, 2013 18:02 BST
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      It is human nature to leave important decisions to the last minute and with the 5 April tax year deadline just days away, it is decision time for investors contemplating a contribution to an ISA, pension ...

    • Stock market highs fail to entice investors Telegraph - Tue, Apr 2, 2013 16:58 BST

      FTSE 100 rally pushes fund sizes to record highs but Isa investors stubbornly refuse to deposit cash.

    • How to spread your Isa investment around the world Telegraph - Tue, Apr 2, 2013 12:00 BST

      Investment experts on the prospects for the major overseas markets and their favourite funds.

    • How to save on Isa investing costs with an ETF Telegraph - Tue, Apr 2, 2013 11:21 BST

      Exchange-traded funds: a versatile product offers a cheap and simple route to owning shares.

    • Last-minute ISAs: Don't miss the deadline Moneywise - Thu, Mar 28, 2013 18:33 GMT

      Another tax year is on the way out, and millions of people around the UK are once again scrambling to make their ISA investments before the 5 April deadline. If you haven't taken action yet, it's not too ...

    • Little known charge is sting in the tail for Isa investors Telegraph - Thu, Mar 28, 2013 18:03 GMT

      Investment trust depositors warned that their Isa holding may carry unexpected charges.

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