Articles by James Mackreides

James Mackreides

James Mackreides

'Mac' is a short tempered former helicopter pilot, now a writer based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Loves dogs, the outdoors and staying far away from the ocean.

For you, what does a decline in interest rates mean?
Personal Finance

For you, what does a decline in interest rates mean?

We tell you how. Since August 2024, the Bank of England (BoE) has lowered interest rates six times, making borrowing less expens...

Saba questions the SpaceX selloff while ISS supports the board of Edinburgh Worldwide
Investment Advice

Saba questions the SpaceX selloff while ISS supports the board of Edinburgh Worldwide

At the next general meeting on January 20, shareholders are advised by independent voting adviser ISS to vote against the proposals of a...

The top credit cards that offer cashback
Investment Advice

The top credit cards that offer cashback

We provide a list of some of the greatest offers available. Cashback credit cards reward you with a portion of your regular purc...

Murray International, the dividend hero, had a great year; can it maintain its winning streak?
Investments

Murray International, the dividend hero, had a great year; can it maintain its winning streak?

Investors are understandably anxious when a reputable fund manager retires. This was also the case when Bruce Stout left the 1.9 billion...

Investment clubs' tragic demise and future prospects
Investments

Investment clubs' tragic demise and future prospects

Investment clubs can be a lot of fun. They assemble a group of individuals who share their interest in the stock market and are willing ...

Winners of the January Premium Bonds were revealed; did you win a pound of a million?
Personal Finance

Winners of the January Premium Bonds were revealed; did you win a pound of a million?

After NS&I revealed the winners of its January 2026 prize draw, two holders of Premium Bonds began the new year one million dollars rich...

"It's a good year for stocks, investors"
Investments

"It's a good year for stocks, investors"

Yale Hirsch, the author of the Stock Traders Almanac, created the January Barometer in 1972. It states that the SandP index in January i...

Market forecasts for 2026: Will an income tax be implemented in Dubai?
Investment Advice

Market forecasts for 2026: Will an income tax be implemented in Dubai?

Share this article by copying the link on Facebook, LinkedIn, Whatsapp, Pinterest, and Flipboard. Join the discussion, follow us, add us ...

Are you impacted by the millions of parents who are losing out on an additional pension payment of up to £720 annually?
Personal Finance

Are you impacted by the millions of parents who are losing out on an additional pension payment of up to £720 annually?

Parents who take time off work to raise their children may be losing out on hundreds of pounds in additional pension funds annually if t...

Eight of the top homes with indoor gyms are up for sale
Investment Advice

Eight of the top homes with indoor gyms are up for sale

Image 1 of 2 House for sale with an indoor gym: Winterfield, Melbury Abbas, Dorset Copy link Facebook X Linkedin Whatsapp Pinterest Flipb...

Why I gave up my Help to Buy ISA in order to invest in the stock market and save money
Personal Finance

Why I gave up my Help to Buy ISA in order to invest in the stock market and save money

In the late 2010s, a 25 percent government top-up was enough to convince me to open a Help to Buy ISA. However, in 2025, I've ma...

If you sell your house to pay for care or to downsize, will your inheritance tax allowance be reduced?
Investment Advice

If you sell your house to pay for care or to downsize, will your inheritance tax allowance be reduced?

If you decide to sell your house to pay for care or downsize to a less expensive property, you may be concerned that you will lose impor...