The number of loans for homebuyers has plateaud at approximately 120,000, per month in the three months leading up to August, according to the latest data from the Bank of England.
Scotsman: Study Shows 70% Of Over 55’s Could Manage Savings Better
A STUDY by Fidelity has found that 70 per cent of people aged over 55 who have not yet retired have no idea how much they might withdraw from their savings or any view on inflation prospects
Scotsman: Insurance Safest Way To Protect Billions Spent On Holidays
UK HOLIDAY-makers will shell out £97.3 billion on holidays this year.
Scotsman: Standard Life Signs SIPP Deal With UBS
STANDARD Life has signed a distribution deal with UBS on its self-invested personal pension (SIPP).
Scotsman: One-fifth Of New Students Live At Home
STEREOTYPICAL images of student existence – rowdy parties in halls of residence, chaotic rooms and meagre meals – is challenged by new research from NatWest, which reveals that more school leavers than ever are living at home during their university…
Scotsman: Investing In Your Friends And Family Can Bring Rewards
CHOOSING friends wisely could help people win £3,000, thanks to new online trading game from the Share Centre stockbroking firm.
Scotsman: FSA Go-ahead For Dual-pricing
FUND managers now have the flexibility to adopt single or dual pricing of units in authorised Collective Investment Schemes.
Scotsman: Stamp Duty Net To Double Its Catch By 2011
STAMP duty will affect double the households currently hit by the tax by 2011, according to research from Bank of Scotland.
Scotsman: Parents Prove Pushy On Saving
BRITAIN’S reputation as a nation of care-free spendaholics is challenged in a new study of the nation’s saving habits from Bradford & Bingley.
Scotsman: Money Soap Box
THERE are only three secrets to reducing your money worries – spend less (a more fashionable option these days), invest more wisely, or earn more. Simple? Well no, not really.