Savings and Investments - Magazine

Contents 03Inside04 Making the most of your savingsHow to get the best out of your savings accountand make sure your money is working hard06 Be preparedBefore deciding where to save and invest, it’simportant to have a sound financial base tostart out from10 Getting to grips with investingWhen it comes to investing, never put all youreggs in one basket12 Understanding your options: buyingthe right investment and tracker fundsInvestment funds pool your money withthat of other investors and are an affordableway of spreading risk16 Make the stock market work for youIf you’re keen to go it alone, we show you howto deal directly on the stock market18 Getting a return from propertyProperty can be good for income and growth,but don’t overlook the risks20 Pay less tax and save moneyTax allowances can give your savings andinvestment returns a big boost21 How to find good financial adviceUnless you’re a confident investor, it makessense to get independent financial advicebefore taking the plunge22 Jargon busterDon’t be baffled by savings and investmentsjargon – we put it into plain Englishwww.which.co.uk