Fixed Rate ISA

By: EconomyWatch   Date: 21 September 2009

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A fixed rate ISA offers guaranteed tax-free returns with a fixed interest rate over a defined period. You will know exactly the returns you will receive on the investment. The major advantage is that you need not to bother about the fluctuations in interest rates. This is an interesting aspect to consider, particularly when the interest rates or bank rates are expected to fall. However, with fixed rate cash ISA, you run the risk of not benefiting from an increase in rates if any.

Choosing Fixed Rate ISA

Fixed rate ISA can be a compelling option when the interest rate is relatively high. When there are doubts about the possibilities of existing high interest rates remaining so, fixed rate cash ISA offers safe returns.

Be aware about the global economy and the ups and downs in interest rates so that you can make informed decisions about choosing fixed rate ISAs. With fixed rate cash ISA, all the usual advantages of an Individual Savings Account are available such as:

·        income tax waiver on the account

·        no capital gain taxes

Tips While Considering Fixed Rate ISA

Take advantage of fixed rate ISA by making the right moves at the right time. Invest up to £3,600 in casheach year during a tax year. The remaining amount of £3,600 can be kept in stocks and shares ISA. You also have the option of investing all the £3,600 in stocks and shares ISA.

For a hassle free savings regime, establish a monthly standing order between an online ISA and an online current account. Make sure you track and time the payment to take place right on the day that your salary goes into the current account. You just need to check your Individual Savings account once in a while to verify its accumulative value.

It is also essential to maximize the use of your ISA allowance, if you are an investor in the stock market. Lots of worried investors are unclear about how to invest and where to invest due to the 2007 economic slow down. They are willing to invest only in risk assessed portfolios. So, it pays you to maximize your ISA allowances.

It is good to have tax efficient investments such as a fixed rate ISA. You can also consider switching to a fixed rate ISA from a bond or unit trust.


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