Savings and investments

Main ways to save or invest your money

An introduction to the main different types of savings and investments

National Savings and Investments savings schemes - what they are, their benefits and how to invest in them

Tax-favoured accounts for saving cash or investing -what they are, who can get one and how much you can save or invest

Get at least £250 from the government towards a long-term tax-free savings and investment account for each child born on or after 1 September 2002

An overview of stocks and shares, unit trusts and investment trusts - how to buy and sell and where to get advice

Discover the different types of bonds available, understand how they work and how you can invest in them

The difference between savings and investments, getting financial advice, your rights and how to protect them

Ways to invest directly or indirectly in property and the risks, including buy-to-let and property investment schemes