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Jarvis Alternatives

Jarvis Investment Management ISA & GIA Execution-Only Alternatives

Jarvis Securities, which was well known for providing low-cost execution services to retail traders and execution for many stockbrokers, has announced it is withdrawing from the execution only business, and that it will transfer all its execution only accounts to interactive investor, which is owned by Fund Management group Aberdeen. In a note to customers, […]

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£214 Million Lost To Social Media Financial Scams In 5 Years

2025 Social Media Scam Statistics: Over £51m Lost To Financial Scams Last Year

Facebook & Instagram are officially the biggest social media networks for financial scammers, according to official Police data Our investigation has found that consumers lost £214 million to financial scams on social media in the last five years, according to official police data analysed Facebook has overtaken Instagram as the home of social media financial

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Woman Investing For Her Future

Contribute £750 per month to a SIPP and here’s how much you could have by retirement

If you’re looking to build wealth for retirement, contributing to a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a smart idea. With these pension accounts – which allow you to choose how your retirement savings are invested – contributions come with tax relief and your savings can grow free of tax. Interested to learn how much wealth

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Is Now A Good Time To Invest

Is now a good time to invest in stocks and shares?

Market uncertainty and tariff risks suggest now may not be ideal for broad stock buying. Some strong stocks look oversold, offering potential long-term value for selective investors. The best strategy could be to build a watchlist and wait for stability or positive policy shifts. What Just Happened on ‘Liberation Day’? In early April, the US

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Safe Investments

What is the safest investment right now?

Government bonds, like UK Gilts and US Treasuries, are traditionally considered the safest investments. Cash is also seen as a safe haven, especially in uncertain times, offering capital preservation and liquidity. Fixed-term savings accounts offer a safer alternative with slightly better returns. Investing is a trade-off between risk and reward; the higher the risk an

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Couple upset for making ISA investing mistakes

5 ISA Mistakes To Avoid As The 2024/2025 Deadline Approaches

Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) are a fundamental tool for tax-efficient saving and investing in the UK. However, navigating the world of ISAs can be tricky, and even seasoned savers and investors can make common mistakes at times. As the 2024/2025 ISA deadline looms, it’s crucial to ensure that you’re making the most of your allowances

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Freetrade Interest On Uninvested Cash

Freetrade Plus Accounts Can Earn Up To 5% Interest On Uninvested Cash

Commission-free share trading and investing app Freetrade’s new cash investment facility which offers easy access and attractive interest rates now pay up to 5% for Plus account holders. This is 0.5% more than the 4.5% current Bank of England Interest Rates. However, there are limitations: The high rate of interest only applies up to £4,000

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