Investment Focus

Investment Focus: Legal & General Inflation Protected Deposit Plan

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 15 November 2011

The current rate of inflation is well above the Bank of England’s target of 2% and is a major cause of concern for savers across the UK. We take a look at a recent new entrant to the market wh... Read more

Investment Focus: Meteor Income Deposit Plan

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 15 November 2011

The current economic environment is one of the most challenging ever seen and those that are feeling it most are savers and investors seeking an income from their capital. We take a look at one part... Read more

Investment Focus: Gilliat Deposit Kick Out Plan

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 15 November 2011

Finding a product that offers an attractive solution in the current economic climate is certainly a challenge. However, despite some of the most challenging conditions ever seen, we take a look at o... Read more

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What lies in store in 2012

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 10 January 2012

2011 has certainly been a year of strong themes which have dramatically shaped the market as well as the opportunities available for savers and investors. We take a look at what these have been and ... Read more

A review of the FTSE in 2011 and what we can learn

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 10 January 2012

The FTSE is one of the most important indicators of investment performance and acts as a key benchmark for many investors in the UK. For this reason we take a look back at 2011 and review what happe... Read more

Our Top 10 most popular plans in 2011

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 09 January 2012

With 2012 well underway, there is already a competitive range of plans available across a wide number of plan types, whether you are looking for traditional savings routes, investments with the pote... Read more

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Top 10 reasons to consider Kick Out plans

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 07 February 2012

With the interest in Kick Out plans continuing to rise and the current market offering some of the highest rates ever from this type of investment, we give you 10 reasons which help to explain why K... Read more

Kick Out plans laid bare

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 07 February 2012

Kick Out plans were the real story of 2011, with a huge surge of interest that continues to keep pace. With such a wide variety of products available in the market, we take an in-depth look under th... Read more

What lies in store in 2012

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 10 January 2012

2011 has certainly been a year of strong themes which have dramatically shaped the market as well as the opportunities available for savers and investors. We take a look at what these have been and ... Read more

Over 50s ISA Limit

What is the new over 50s ISA limit?

The over 50s ISA limit for the 2011/12 tax year means you can invest up to £10,680 each year, of which up to £5,340 can be invested as cash. All other savers can also invest this amount. The over 50s ISA limit, and the limit for all UK adults, will rise with inflation each year.

There are a number of ways that you can make the most of the over 50s ISA limit, including topping up your existing ISA investment to the new level. Is your existing ISA working hard enough for you? If not you can use the table below to compare other leading ISA deals, and transfer your ISA to ensure that you are making the most of the over 50s ISA limit.

Structured Income ISAs
 Product NameISA OptionIncome YieldMore Info
FTSE 100 Bonus Income Planyes7.50%
per annum		More Info >
5 year structured investment plan paying an income of 7.50% annually, including a potential annual bonus of 0.5%. Also available as a monthly income option, Stocks & Shares ISA investment and ISA transfer.
Income Builder yes7.50%
per annum		More Info >
A 5 years and 3 weeks structured investment plan paying a potential maximum quarterly income of 1.875% (equivalent to 7.50% per year). Also available for Stocks & Shares ISA and ISA transfer.
FTSE Income Deposit Planyes7.25%
per annum		More Info >
A 6 year capital protected structured deposit plan with the potential to pay 7.25% annual income. Backed by the Royal Bank of Scotland. Also available as a cash ISA and for ISA transfer.

The value of investments and any return from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information below. 

Structured Growth ISAs
 Product NameISA OptionMaximum Potential ReturnTermMore Info
FTSE 100 Enhanced Kick Out Plan Investec Versionyes13.50%
per annum		Up to
5 years		More Info >
Structured investment plan with the potential to mature after years 1, 2, 3 and 4. If the plan matures early it will return 13.5% times the number of years the plan has been in force. Also available for Stocks & Shares ISA and ISA transfer.
FTSE Bonus Growth Planyes12.50%
per annum		Up to 6 yearsMore Info >
6 year structured investment plan with the potential to mature early, returning the greater of 12.5% for each year the plan is in place, or the highest return from the FTSE, measured daily. Also available for Stocks & Shares ISA and ISA transfer
Early Bonus Planyes11.00%
per annum		Up to 6 yearsMore Info >
A 6 year structured investment plan with the potential to mature early, paying 11% for every year the plan is active. Also available for Stocks & Shares ISA and ISA transfer.

The value of investments and any return from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information below. 

Fund ISAs for growth
Fund ManagerFundSectorFactsheetMore info
Emerging Markets FundGlobal Emerging MarketsFactsheetMore Info >
Aims to provide long-term capital growth through investing in global emerging stock markets. Save 100% on Initial Charges.
Gold & General FundSpecialistFactsheetMore Info >
Specialist growth fund that invests in gold, mining and precious metal related shares. Save 100% on Initial Charges.
Ecology FundGlobal GrowthFactsheetMore Info >
A socially responsible fund that primarily acts as a growth fund, but also aims to provide a growing income return. Save 100% on Initial Charges.

The value of investments and any return from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information below. 
Fund ISAs for income
 Product NameISA OptionIncome YieldMore Info
Monthly Income Plus Fundyes
7.50%*
More Info >
Popular monthly income fund that aims to achieve a high level of income whilst seeking to maximise total return through investing in high yielding corporate and Government bonds, together with UK equities. 100% discount on initial charges.
Higher Income Fundyes
7.05%**
More Info >
Income Paid Quarterly. The objective of the Fund is to achieve increasing distributions on a calendar year basis with long term capital growth. The Fund may also invest in collective investment schemes. 100% discount on initial charges.
Distribution Fundyes
6.98%*
More Info >
Income Paid Monthly. Offers balance between both income and capital growth through investment in UK based equities and fixed interest securities. Save 100% on Initial Charges.
*Current Income Yields are Gross, Variable and Not Guaranteed
**Historic Yield reflects distributions declared over the past 12 months as a percentage of the mid-market price of the fund.
*** This is the target yield the fund aims to achieve per year, it is not guaranteed and could change according to prevailing market conditions. The target yield is net of basic rate tax.
Information correct as at 08/02/2012.

The value of investments and any return from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information below. 

The over 50s ISA limit means that the over 50s can boost their tax free savings, potentially helping to fund their retirement.

Use our free online comparison table to find the best account to help you take advantage of the over 50s ISA limit and start maximising your tax-free savings today.

 Important Risk Information:

This website contains information only and does not constitute advice or a personal recommendation in any way whatsoever. The value of investments and income from them can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the full amount invested.

Investments in Stocks & Shares ISAs do not contain the same degree of capital security as investments in deposits. Stocks and shares ISAs are designed as medium to long term investments of, for example, five years or more. The tax efficiency of ISAs is based on current tax law and there is no guarantee that tax rules will stay the same in the future.

Different types of investment carry different levels of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Please ensure that you read the Important Risk Information for further details. Prior to making any decision to invest, you should ensure that you are familiar with the risks associated with a particular investment and should read the product literature. If you are in any doubt as to the suitability of a particular investment, both in respect of its objectives and its risk profile, you should seek independent financial advice.

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