BROWN’S pre-Budget report confirms Isas here to stay.
Scotsman: Criticism Warranted For Shops’ Hard Sell
SHOPPERS are poised to blow £33bn on retail therapy this Christmas, at least £17bn of which will be spent on gifts.
Scotsman: Farepak Victims Must Take At Least Some Of The Blame
THERE was good news on the Farepak front last week, if that’s not too much of an oxymoron to swallow with your porridge.
Scotsman: Give And Avoid The Tax Take
YOU can increase charity donations without spending an extra penny.
MoneyExpert: Apacs: Credit Card Users Choose Provider, Not Scheme
Consumers who compare credit cards and intend to apply for one do not make their choice based on the scheme but the provider, it has been claimed.
MoneyExpert: Cahoot Increases Loan Rate
Cahoot has advised its customers to move their loans to its parent company Abbey after it announced plans to increase its personal loan interest rate.
Scotsman: Taxing Thoughts
Norwich Union will offer free life cover to pipeline customers applying for life insurance with tax relief and mortgage life insurance with tax relief on top of its existing protection promise.
Scotsman: Confidence Boost At Leeds
Leeds Building Society says all its fixed-rate mortgages will be available until close of business on Friday, 15 December. Karen Wint, head of marketing & PR said: “Fixed rate products provide peace of mind.”
Scotsman: Energy Saving Over Festive Season
AS CHRISTMAS approaches, Scottish Gas is urging households to go green with energy-efficient Christmas lights to help reduce energy costs over the festive period
Scotsman: Winterthur Launches Global Property Funds
GLOBAL Property funds have demonstrated their strength as an asset class relative to other asset classes. As a result, two new funds will be available through Winterthur Life’s Tailored Selection on both individual and group pension policies and life…