corporate bonds

Pension incomes set to shrink

Update: Wed, 22/10/2008 - 15:08

The amount of money people can earn from their pension annuity is set to fall sharply over the next year as a result of the economic downturn coupled with longer life expectancy. Read more

Standard Life cuts customer bonuses

Update: Thu, 30/10/2008 - 15:01

Standard Life has become the latest with-profit player to slash final bonuses and extend exit fees in a move that means most policyholders will see a fall in the value of their plans. Read more

Tide turns on rising annuity rates

Update: Wed, 10/09/2008 - 13:28

Pensioners yet to take out an annuity product have been urged to think about doing so quickly, as rising rates seem to have hit a tipping point. Read more

Get back to basics on corporate bonds

By Harriet Meyer Update: Tue, 12/08/2008 - 10:29

The credit crunch means there are plenty of corporate bonds out there for the taking at bargain prices. But, as Harriet Meyer explains, it pays to get your head around them first. Read more

Stretch your salary and boost your income

By Sam Barrett Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:21

Whether you are working or retired, there are plenty of ways you can save on your spending and bump up your income. Sam Barrett shows how you could be quids-in in no time. Read more

Playing it safe in the fixed-interest market

By Fiona Hamilton Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:19

The fixed-interest market could prove an attractive bet for the potentially troubled times ahead, says Fiona Hamilton. Read more

Help me save for early retirement

Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:26

Money Makeover: A fashion merchandiser wants to wave goodbye to her debts so she can start saving for an early retirement. Andrew Westcott, director of Independent Financial Solutions, offers his advice. Read more

How can I plan my portfolio to make the most of my ISA allowance?

Planning an investment portfolio

By Sam Barrett Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:28

To make the most of your ISA allowance, plan your portfolio to suit your investment objectives and your appetite for risk. Sam Barrett explains how taking a broader view of your investments could make you a better return. Read more

I'm happy to take more risk - is a stocks and shares ISA for me?

Weighing up the risk of a stocks and shares ISA

By Sam Barrett Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:23

Going for a stocks and shares ISA rather than a plain cash ISA can seem a bold step. But while a stocks and shares ISA is more risky, it potentially offers greater returns, says Sam Barrett. Read more

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Are all your eggs in one basket?

By Jeff Salway Update: Mon, 11/08/2008 - 13:24

In the volatile world of stockmarkets it makes sense to spread your bets. Diversifying your investments can prove to be a great form of security for you. Jeff Salway introduces the five core assets that can help you weather any storm. Read more