Junior ISA - a new way to save for children’s futures
There’s a common myth that children don’t pay tax – that’s simply not true. In fact, they’re taxed in exactly the same way as adults; which means that in the tax year 2012/12 each child can earn up to £7,475 tax free from earnings, savings or investments.
Take a fresh look at your mortgage
Mortgages are, for most of us, our single biggest monthly expense and therefore they should be the first area you look at if you’re reviewing your outgoings.
How to grab a tax break
In the current climate of cuts and tax rises it is arguably more important than ever to make the most of whatever tax breaks are available.
Download a copy of Armstrong Watson's latest Money Matters guide
The latest issue of Armstrong Watson's Money Matters magazine includes useful articles on the best ISA deals, good news for company pension savers and a guide to boosting your income. Click on the heading to download your copy.
Tax advice
Chancellor’s tax problem that we’re all likely to inherit
Homes and mortgages
Grand designs on building your own home? It needn't cost the earth
To many people not involved in the property industry the thought of building your own house is daunting. 
Planning for the future is one of those things a lot of people put off until tomorrow, or the next day. 
Maryport's HSBC bank in Senhouse Street is to be closed because of a lack of custom. 
