New headaches for private landlords
Private landlords could find it harder to evict tenants in future, thanks to new government legislation. Landlords will no longer be able…
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Balancing the school fees equation
School fees are rising faster than the rate of inflation, creating financial challenges for parents who want to educate their children privately.…
When it comes to funds, the best investment advice is personal
The recent trials of the Woodford fund highlight the importance of personal advice on your investments. The suspension of dealings in this…
Ripple effect widens for China investors
It is not only Chinese mainland shares which are now attracting investor attention. China is in the investment news again as Bloomberg…
Riding out the US investment bends
A brief dip in US Treasury securities yields illustrates the benefits of holding your nerve amid investment ‘noise’. On 22 March the…
The world’s share markets mostly saw falls in 2018
2018 was a much more volatile year than its predecessor for investors as Brexit and Trump worried the markets. 2018 was a…
The FCA advises caution with crypto-currencies
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is warning consumers about investment scams that purport to invest in crypto-currencies. The watchdog has seen a…
Don’t ignore your credit report
It pays to be aware of your credit history to ensure no-one is applying for loans or credit cards in your name.…
Financial advice leaves people £40k better off
A new report has found that people who receive financial advice are on average £40,000 better off than those who don’t. Research,…
