Publisher's Synopsis
A comprehensive book about contemporary financial life for people who wish to have greater control over their own investments and personal finances. Written by the Personal Finance Editor of the "Financial Times", it gives information about the most recent changes in saving and borrowing.;There are detailed entries on pensions, Personal Equity Plans, unit trusts, mortgages, regulation, gilts and tax reform. It also covers topics such as share option schemes, insurance, capital gains tax, annuities, National Savings and accountants, and institutions such as the Stock Exchange, Lloyds' and building societies.
