Government bonds have been getting more attention lately, and with good reason. For many people, they may hold an underappreciated role in building long‑term, tax‑efficient wealth. Yet they’re often overlooked in favour of equities, cash, or the latest investment trend. So, could they really form a quiet cornerstone of thoughtful financial planning?
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Tax tips for tax year end
6 minutes
21 February 2026
Family Investment Companies: how they can support long-term tax-efficient planning
Family Investment Companies (FICs) have become an increasingly popular option for ultra-high net worth families who want a structured, flexible way to pass on wealth while keeping control over how it’s managed. As more people look for long-term, tax‑efficient ways to plan for the future, FICs offer an approach that sits between personal investing and traditional trusts. But what exactly are they, and who might they be right for?
5 minutes
20 February 2026
Offshore bonds explained: how they work and how they can support your tax planning
Many UK investors reach a point where their Individual Savings Allowance (ISA) and pension allowances no longer offer enough room for long-term planning. When that happens, if you’ve already opened a general investment account (GIA), an offshore investment bond can be a helpful next step. It offers a tax‑efficient structure, flexibility around how and when gains become taxable, and options that can support family wealth and estate planning.
4 minutes
19 February 2026
What to do after you’ve used up your ISA allowance
Many investors have already made full use of their individual savings accounts (ISAs) allowances before the end of the tax year. If that’s you, the good news is that there are still several ways to continue building long‑term wealth – while staying tax efficient.
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What exactly is responsible investment, and what impact can it have on your own wealth and the world around you? Explore our thought leadership articles, reports and events on this topic to find out more.
7 mins
28 January 2026
Investing with an eye to the future
Trustees who are responsible for a charity’s investment portfolio might need to adjust their priorities in the current challenging financial climate, James Ayre, Fund Manager, Charities, and Kate Elliot, Head of Research, Rathbones Greenbank, tell Ian Allsop, contributing editor for Charity Finance.
