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Children's Bonus Bond
Children's Bonus Bond
This article looks at the Children's Bonus Bond, a tax efficient way of investing for a child....
Fixed Interest and Index Linked National Savings
Fixed Interest and Index Linked National Savings
This article looks at the differences between Index Linked and Fixed Interest Savings Certificates....
Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs)
Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs)
In April 1999, the Individual Savings Account, or ISA, was established in the UK. This product was designed by the government, and replaced the PEP and TESSA. The ISA…...
Tax Efficient Alternatives to the Child Trust Fund
Tax Efficient Alternatives to the Child Trust Fund
The Child Trust Fund provided a tax-efficient way to save for a child's future. So what are the alternatives now that the CTF has gone?...
Tax Efficient Savings
Tax Efficient Savings
Here we take a look at a range of tax-efficient savings schemes available in order to help minimise your tax bill....
Tax on Bank and Building Society Accounts
Tax on Bank and Building Society Accounts
This article looks at the way in which savings income is taxed, and methods for making payments or receiving refunds....
Tax on Buying Shares
Tax on Buying Shares
This article looks at the ways in which the purchase of stocks and shares is taxed....
Tax on Foreign Savings and Other Investment Income
Tax on Foreign Savings and Other Investment Income
This article looks at the system that governs taxation of income derived from overseas savings and investments....
Tax on Sale of Shares
Tax on Sale of Shares
Taking a look at the way in which shares are subject to Capital Gains Tax, the way in which this is calculated, and the rate at which it occurs....
Tax on UK Dividends
Tax on UK Dividends
This article looks at the way in which Income Tax is levied on UK dividends....
Understanding Premium Bonds
Understanding Premium Bonds
This article looks at the characteristics of Premium Bonds as an investment vehicle, and the tax incentives offered on them....
What is Investment Income?
What is Investment Income?
Investment income is any income that is derived from what is known as an ‘investment vehicle’, such as a savings account, shares or property. Find out how your…...
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