Morningstar’s two-day ISA Mania Series will answer all the questions you’ve ever had about ISAs and tax-smart investing. What is an ISA? What is the best way to save? How do professionals save their money? How do you ensure you keep your hard-earned money to yourself and minimise payments to the tax man? This special series will answer all those questions and more. (For ISA information for the 2012-2013 tax year, click here.)
Day 1: ISA Information for Beginners
We offer information tailored to beginners about ISAs, tax-smart investing and saving strategies.
All About ISAs
What in an ISA? Who can invest in an ISA? Why would you want an ISA?
Why Save in a Cash ISA?
A cash ISA can come in handy if you’re saving for a near-term goal or looking to set up an emergency fund
5 Things You Need to Know About Junior ISAs
If you're interested in helping your child become financially independent, give them a head start with a Junior ISA
Is Your ISA Your Meat, Your Veg or Your Dessert?
Using uncomplicated food analogies to help you understand ISA investing and saving strategies
Don’t Sabotage Your Investments
ISAs are one of the tools that investors can use to get into good investing habits, saving regularly and avoiding emotional decisions
More Investors Opting for Stocks & Shares ISAs
A new survey shows 77% of ISA investors are opting to put money in their stocks and shares ISAs
The 10 Most Popular Funds for Stocks & Shares ISAs
New data from TD Direct Investing reveals the three most popular funds for ISA investors all have Gold ratings
How Pound-Cost Averaging Can Smooth Your Returns
This tried-and-true investment method helps investors navigate volatile markets and avoid emotional investment decisions
Day 2: ISA Ideas and Examples
We feature articles about the ISA savings plans of an IFA and a Morningstar consultant, plus more articles with further ideas for ISA investing and saving that both beginners and experts can appreciate.
A Peek Inside the ISA of a Morningstar Investment Consultant
One Morningstar employee explains his ISA and investment strategy for the 2011-2012 tax year
Insight Into the Personal Financial Plan of an IFA
IFA Yvonne Goodwin explains how she is managing her money at the end of the 2011-2012 tax year
You Don't Need New Money to Tap Into ISA Benefits
ISA can be funds by existing investments rather than current savings if you're willing to swallow the cost
Take Control of Your Financial Future
Accepting responsibility for your own financial future is the first step to successful saving, and ISAs are a great way to do that, says Fidelity's Rob Fisher
How To Find Top-Rated Investments for Your ISA
Morningstar's tools and research can help you find a top-rated stock or fund for your ISA portfolio
3 Investment Trusts for Your ISA
Morningstar pinpoints funds that are expected to outperform their peers
Common Misconceptions About ISAs
Morningstar debunks myths and misconceptions about ISA accounts and savings
For ISA information for the 2012-2013 tax year, click here.
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