PLAN ahead to avoid pitfalls in helping your children, writes Lindsey Rogerson.
Month: September 2006
Scotsman: State Pension Reforms At Risk After Blair Reveals He Will Step Down In 2007
THE government’s reform of pensions could be thrown into turmoil following Tony Blair’s announcement that he plans to quit as Prime Minister sometime next year.
Money Links For 9th Sep 2006
Links to other interesting money articles on 9th Sep 2006.
MoneyExpert: Mortgage 2000 Announces Two-year Tracker For Remortgagers
The Mortgage 2000 club has announced the launch of a two-year tracker rate mortgage tailored to meet the needs of remortgagers, particularly those hoping to raise capital.
MoneyExpert: Credit Card Companies Slash Fees
The banking industry has formally agreed to Office of Fair Trading (OFT) demands that it slash the penalty fees applied to credit cards, the majority of them by a half.
Scotsman: Advice Pays On Savings
Latest research from Fidelity International has shown that taking financial advice can lead to a better standard of living in retirement.
Scotsman: Looking After The Older Pet’s Health
RIAS, the over 50s insurance specialist, has launched a pet insurance product for older pet owners.
Scotsman: Children’s Bond Launched
Bradford & Bingley is launching a market-leading Children’s Savings Bond, enabling savers to invest their funds for a five-year period and benefit from a super guaranteed return.
Scotsman: Glasgow Is Capital Of Credit Card Fraud
GLASGOW, already known as Scotland’s crime capital, has gained the unwelcome accolade of having the highest incidence of credit card fraud in the country.
Scotsman: Fresh Ideas For Students To See Off Money Nightmares
FIRST-YEAR students will this month be getting their first taste of university life with freshers’ weeks kicking off at establishments across the country.