With the wealth of investment possibilities available today, knowing where to place your savings for successful and secure returns is not always easy. We need to make both savings and investments work hard for us, and it's abundantly clear that the key to financial security now lies in the hands of the individual. Completely up-to-date with the latest legislation, The Zurich Investment & Savings Handbook 2002/2003 highlights the most recent changes in the law and how they will impact on investment and savings. From clarification of the changes, to the tax treatment of share transfers, to life policies, to the latest news on Individual Savings Accounts, all chapters have been comprehensively updated. It guides you through the complexities of financial products available, so that the reader can make informed decisions on developing and maintaining a sound savings plan and investment portfolio. Related titlesMastering Risk Vol 1: Concepts/James Pickford/0273 653792Mastering Risk Vol 2: Application/Carol Alexander/0273 654365Mastering Finance/Eds, London Business School/0273 630911

Author Biography

Paul Wright is Investment Marketing Director for the Zurich Advice Networks. He graduated from Leeds University and later obtained an MBA from Henley Management College. He has worked for Allied Dunbar for 14 years and has recently taken on new responsibilities championing the consumer within Zurich Marketing.About the seriesZurich is one of the world's largest financial services organisations. Their series of books, written by experts within their own fields for professionals and non-professionals alike, offers accurate, accessible, clear and effective advice on how to secure a financial future, both in the short and long term. They show readers how to assess their current financial position and get the most from financial planning.