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Why you should take capital gains tax seriously

00:01 | 10 Feb 2010 | By Paul Kennedy

With a little careful planning, you can avoid unnecessarily gifting some of your hard-earned savings to the taxman, writes Fidelity tax expert Paul Kennedy.

Tax changes are coming – here’s how to prepare

00:01 | 09 Feb 2010 | By Lorna Bourke

End of year tax planning should start early this year as there is a raft of changes of which high earners must take account. 

Jancis Robinson: a lusciously aromatic red

00:01 | 31 Jan 2010 | By Jancis Robinson

This is strongly recommend to those looking for a versatile red that offers a whole range of new flavours and textures.

Rob Kyprianou: Why I wouldn't buy an annuity now

00:01 | 30 Jan 2010 | By Rob Kyprianou

Rob Kyprianou, one of Britain's foremost economic and investment experts, writes exclusively for Citywire about why you should wait before buying an annuity.

Jancis Robinson: an elegant, refreshing and nuanced Pinot Noir

00:01 | 24 Jan 2010 | By Jancis Robinson

This 2008 Pinot Noir has both fruit and freshness, but is far from simple.

How to get the best from a financial adviser

00:01 | 23 Jan 2010 | By Lorna Bourke

Lorna Bourke offers some golden rules for getting the best out of any financial adviser.

How to use spread betting to trade currencies

00:01 | 23 Jan 2010 | By Angus Campbell

Angus Campbell of Capital Spreads explains how to use spread betting to trade currencies.

How to invest in bonds and gilts

00:01 | 22 Jan 2010 | By Deborah Hyde

What are bonds and gilts and where can you buy them?

How to prepare yourself for a rise in Capital Gains Tax

00:01 | 21 Jan 2010 | By Lorna Bourke

With a CGT rise likely after the election, investors should review their portfolio of shares and property to see what can be done to minimise any potential tax bill.

Protecting your wealth against a weak pound - more questions answered

12:36 | 18 Jan 2010 | By Chris Marshall

Currency specialists HiFX answer questions covering pensions abroad and the pound’s strength against the euro, dollar and Swiss franc.

Jancis Robinson: A bargain among the 2008 burgundies

00:01 | 17 Jan 2010 | By Jancis Robinson

A pure, poised marvel which will be much cheaper to buy now rather than later.

Steve Bee: How the government’s pension reforms will work

00:01 | 17 Jan 2010 | By Steve Bee

Getting to grips with the pension Personal Accounts scheme - now to be known as 'NEST' - is no simple matter.

Protecting your wealth against a weak pound - your questions answered

09:40 | 15 Jan 2010 | By Chris Marshall

Mark Bodega of foreign exchange specialists HiFX has answered questions from Citywire readers on how to protect your overseas wealth in the face of a weak pound.

Jancis Robinson: Spain continues to surprise wine lovers

00:01 | 10 Jan 2010 | By Jancis Robinson

I never thought I would ever be convinced by a Spanish Riesling, but Castell d’Encus, Ekam 2008 Costers del Segre has won me over.

Don't miss the online tax filing deadline

00:01 | 05 Jan 2010 | By Lorna Bourke

Allow plenty of time before the 31st January deadline, writes Lorna Bourke who provides some helpful guidance.

Jancis Robinson: A well-deserved gold medal winner

00:01 | 20 Dec 2009 | By Jancis Robinson

One of those rather rare red wine varieties that produces wines you can drink with or without food.

Your SIPP questions answered: Part 2

10:00 | 14 Dec 2009 | By Chris Marshall

John Moret has answered Citywire readers’ questions on SIPPs.

10 questions you should ask an IFA

00:01 | 13 Dec 2009 | By Simon Gibson

The crucial questions you should ask an IFA before you become their client, by Simon Gibson of Atkinson Bolton Consulting.

Your SIPP questions answered

10:47 | 11 Dec 2009 | By Chris Marshall

John Moret has answered the questions on self-invested personal pensions submitted by Citywire readers.

Jancis Robinson: A Bourgogne Blanc to heartily recommend

00:01 | 06 Dec 2009 | By Jancis Robinson

Fans of pure white savoury burgundy are encouraged to try these wines, imported into the US by Michael Skurnik and Atherton, but practically unknown in France itself.

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