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Woodford Fund Suspension Extension
Leading UK fund manager Neil Woodford issued a further update this week following the decision to suspend all investor dealing in the LF Woodford Equity Income Fund until December.
Woodford Equity Income Fund Continues Suspension
Investor dealing in the LF Woodford Equity Income Fund has continued its suspension.
Plan To Allow First-Time Buyers To Access Pensions For House Deposit Comes Under Fire
As the Housing Secretary calls on the government to allow first-time buyers to access their pension funds to help fund a deposit on a house, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) argue against the proposal.
Fund Suspension Update from Neil Woodford
Leading UK fund manager Neil Woodford issued an update this week following the decision to suspend all investor dealing in the LF Woodford Equity Income Fund.
When To Compromise On Buying A House
The latest homebuyers’ survey from Which? has found that many people regret some of the compromises they have made when buying their home.
It Pays To Switch Your Home Insurance
New research from Citizens Advice suggests that the average home insurance premium of loyal customers increases as each year with their provider passes.
Generation X Are The Largest Pension Contributors
Those aged 43 - 54 account for the largest percentage of overall pension contributions, however they still aren’t contributing as much as they should be.
Despite Wage Rises, Savings Remain At Record Low
Wages are rising, borrowing is decreasing, however British savings as a percentage of income are at historic lows.
Paying Off Your Mortgage Early
In such uncertain economic times, it can be confusing as to whether or not you should pay off your mortgage early, provided you are able to .
Different Ways To Repay Your Mortgage
When repaying your mortgage, there may be one solution that is better for you than others. There are three different ways you can arrange repayment of a mortgage, with each varying on the way in which repayments and interest is structured.
Pension Beneficiaries and Your Will
Being aware of the rules around leaving your pension to a beneficiary after you die can avoid lost money or confusion with wills.
Mortgages Become Cheaper For First-Time Buyers
Those looking to get a foot on the housing ladder may be tempted to act sooner rather than later.
Tips For Selecting A Savings Account
Perhaps you have a New Year’s Resolution to open a new savings account this year. With so many products on the market, it can be quite confusing when looking for the right savings account. The Money Advice Service have some tips on how to narrow your search for the right savings product...
Pensions in 2019
It’s never a bad time to save money into a retirement fund, however there are big changes coming to pensions in 2019, which you may want to read up on…
How To Avoid Online Scams This Christmas
As Christmas approaches, experts highlight the dangers of shopping online with unknown retailers.
Charles James Named in FTAdviser's Top 100 Financial Advisers 2018
Charles James Financial Planning is delighted to announce our inclusion into FTAdviser’s Top 100 Financial Advisers 2018!
Travel Insurance For Ski Season
As ski season approaches, The Foreign Office has advised that they are not able to pay the medical bills of British skiers that are injured on the slopes, making comprehensive travel insurance all the more important.
Brexit: The state of Play
With the outlook for Brexit constantly changing, the significant progress made on an exit deal this week takes us a step closer to leaving the EU, but what comes next?
Autumn Budget Recap 2018
We look through the key points from the Autumn Budget, with a focus on taxation, housing and welfare.