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Should I set up a Junior ISA for my child?

16th Feb 2022

Should I set up a Junior ISA (JISA) for my child? The answer is probably yes. These long-term savings accounts mean you can put together some tax-free cash for your child. Whether it be for university fees, travelling or a down payment on a house – you’ll be setting them up well. They are also…

Self-Select ISAs: Keep Your Investments in Your Hands!

1st Feb 2022

Interest rates are shockingly low. Your cash ISA may offer a measly 2% or so – IF you’re willing to lock your money away for a fixed term (and that doesn’t take into account inflation, either). Stocks and shares are the best way to generate an income and grow your wealth with a long-term strategy….

What is a LISA and should I get one?

1st Feb 2022

A Lifetime ISA (LISA) can help you buy your first home or save for retirement. A whopping 25% Government bonus gets paid on your savings – who can say no to free money?! Here, we break down the LISA rules and whether you should consider opening one. ISA basics What is a Lifetime ISA? Who…

Junior ISAs

1st Feb 2022

The Junior ISA is a great way to make your child rich. Find out the rules here and how you can use them to build up a great pot of cash for your little one.

SIPP vs ISAs: Which to Choose?

1st Feb 2022

Preparing for your retirement funds may feel odd if it’s a long way off – or worrying, if you’re close to retiring. Arming yourself with info about investment options helps take away the worry. One consideration is whether you should invest in a SIPP vs ISA. What are they, what’s the difference, and which is…

Pension vs ISA: Which Is Better?

1st Feb 2022

Most people aim to enjoy their retirement after decades of hard work preparing for it. Unfortunately though, the current state pension only provides a yearly income of £9,110.40. Making it essential to have additional retirement plans in place to continue to live a similar quality of life into your retirement. You can check your state…

What Is an IFISA and How Does It Beat a Cash ISA?

1st Feb 2022

Innovative Finance ISAs (IFISA) quietly hit the market a few years ago – but what are they, and could they beat the returns you get in your cash ISA? From the basic concept to the potential returns, here’s everything you need to know about investing in an IFISA. What is an IFISA? Is your money…

Should you have a pension or LISA?

22nd Dec 2021

Wondering whether to get a pension or a LISA? We recently collaborated with leading pension provider PensionBee to bring you six podcasts all about pensions. These podcasts cover the basics as well as looking in depth into different types of pensions. In this episode of the How To Be A Money Magpie podcast, founder Jasmine Birtles is…

Working abroad After Brexit: Visas and Taxes Explained

24th Jan 2021

Working abroad after Brexit will change now that the UK has left the European Union. There are currently three quarters of a million British expats living in the EU. You may still be interested in joining the near one million Brits in the EU despite Brexit. But before you jet off to seek another lifestyle, you’ll need…

Paralympian Liz Johnson and Podium: The Disabled Freelancers Platform

28th Sep 2020

Freelancing is a popular option for people with disabilities who have found that the 9-5 doesn’t cater to their needs. We caught up with Paralympian gold medallist Liz Johnson, who turned from athletics to disability inclusion in the workplace with The Ability People – and learned more about Podium, their new platform. What is The…

7 Surprising Discounts for Disabled People

12th Jun 2020

Life for a disabled person costs them on average an extra £583 a month. Although welfare is available to those with disabilities, it’s not enough to cover the numerous extra costs disabled people and their families face. So, every month people are left short and have lost money due to their disability or impairment. We’ve…

Free money: 8 companies/organisations that may owe you cash

10th Mar 2020

While we’re all for making an honest living, there’s nothing quite like the joy a bit of free money brings. Of course this is hardly something that happens every day. Typically it’s only on birthdays, at Christmas or when a family member feels generous that we get an unexpected cash boost. But if you’re lucky…