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Latest Savings Commentary

Income is king

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 15 May 2012

Investing for income is always a popular investment theme, never more so than in recent months with income solutions ruling the roost over the ISA season for both the cash ISAs and investment ISAs. ... Read more

7% potential annual income, capital protected

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 10 May 2012

"The latest Fair Investment Income Deposit Plan offers capital protection plus the potential to earn 7% for each year the FTSE 100 remains between 4,500 and 7,000 points (yesterday’s clos... Read more

The savings dilemma and the rise of alternatives

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 01 May 2012

The economic landscape continues to create a real dilemma for savings and put a spotlight on the fixed rate bond. With yields on these lowering amid continued pressures on getting the most out of yo... Read more

Instant Access Cash ISAs

Compare ISA Rates
"Here is our selection of the latest instant access cash ISAs, to help you find the best deal. If you're looking for a wider range of deals, take a look at our short term fixed rate ISAs which include 1 year and 2 year options. For the highest interest rates, you can compare our full range of fixed rate cash ISAs."
Rachael Stiles, Personal Finance Editor
Instant Access Cash ISAs
ProviderAccountInterest Rate (AER)TermApply
3.35%Easy AccessApply Now >
  • 3.35% AER variable tax-free includes a fixed bonus of 2.35% until 31st November 2013
  • Balances under £1,000 earn 0.25% AER tax-free variable
  • Minimum opening balance of £1,000
3.00%Instant AccessApply Now >
  • 3.00% AER guaranteed rate for 12 months (2.96% gross p.a.)
  • Open with £1
  • Instant access
  • Tax free savings
2.65%Instant accessApply Now >
  • Open with £1
  • Instant access 
  • 2.65% Gross/AER variable
  • The rate includes a fixed bonus of 1.65% for the first 18 months 
2.50%Instant AccessApply Now >
  • Open with £10
  • Transfers allowed from other cash ISAs
Short Term Fixed Rate Cash ISAs
ProviderAccountInterest Rate (AER)TermApply
3.70%2 YearsApply Now >
  • 3.70% tax free/AER fixed on balances of £10,000 or more
  • 3.40% tax free/AER fixed on balances of less than £10,000
  • Minimum opening balance of £3,000
  • Additional deposits allowed
3.30%1 YearApply Now >
  • Minimum opening balance of £1,000
  • Manage your account online
  • Withdraw cash early if you need to (subject to loss of interest)
  • Transfer from other cash ISA providers

Fixed rates generally offer higher interest returns, but if you compare deals you can still find a competitive instant access Cash ISA that meets your needs. They are also suitable for those who do not have much to save, as they can often be opened with just £1.

But remember that if you do make a withdrawal from you instant access Cash ISA, you will not be able to replace it if you have already reached your ISA limit for that tax year.

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