Articles by Terry Tanaka

Terry Tanaka

Terry Tanaka

Coming from a long line of successful businesspeople, Terry struck out on her own to pursue her passion in life - writing! Loves beach holidays and walking her Shiba Inu Jonas.

This is where the tax thresholds ought to be by now, having been frozen since the 1980s
Personal Finance

This is where the tax thresholds ought to be by now, having been frozen since the 1980s

Some investments and savings have been frozen at the same level for nearly 50 years, which is understandable if you're feeling the pinch ...

Where did investors put their money in June when the Middle East caused a halt in fund flow?
Investments

Where did investors put their money in June when the Middle East caused a halt in fund flow?

In June, the Middle East war seemed to discourage investors from investing in the stock market, but it was more of a pause than a panic....

European investment trusts are the best-performing in H1
Investment Advice

European investment trusts are the best-performing in H1

Will it go on? Lenin once said, "Decades happen in weeks." This year has been one of those times, and 2025 is only half...

Here are 12 strategies to reduce the tax burden for the top 10% of earners, who pay over half of all taxes
Personal Finance

Here are 12 strategies to reduce the tax burden for the top 10% of earners, who pay over half of all taxes

You'll pay more? The top 25 percent of taxpayers will pay more than three quarters (76 percent) of all income taxes this year. Ea...

Just 5% of Boomers intend to spend their money, so don't expect an inheritance
Personal Finance

Just 5% of Boomers intend to spend their money, so don't expect an inheritance

Family members who were expecting an inheritance might be let down. A survey found that the overwhelming majority of Baby Boomers do not ...

When it comes to investing, debt funds are finally getting their due
Investment Advice

When it comes to investing, debt funds are finally getting their due

Howard Marks is a US billionaire and titan in the bond and fixed income world. After establishing himself as a successful distressed bond...

The best course of action would be a merger with Shell, as BP's days as an oil giant are coming to an end
Investment Advice

The best course of action would be a merger with Shell, as BP's days as an oil giant are coming to an end

BP appears to be nearing the end of its independent existence. According to a Wall Street Journal story published last week, Shell has di...

Anyone with arthritis or back pain who is of state pension age may be eligible for an additional £6,000 annually
Personal Finance

Anyone with arthritis or back pain who is of state pension age may be eligible for an additional £6,000 annually

We go over the eligibility requirements. British citizens who are of state pension age and have one of dozens of common condition...

If you're having issues with your water supply, you may be eligible for up to 2,000 pounds
Personal Finance

If you're having issues with your water supply, you may be eligible for up to 2,000 pounds

We outline who qualifies. Is low water pressure making your showers a pain? If your water company doesn't fix the issue, you coul...

The complete list of changes is as follows: NSandI lowers interest rates on seven savings products
Personal Finance

The complete list of changes is as follows: NSandI lowers interest rates on seven savings products

We examine the changes. Interest rates have been lowered by NS&I for the Junior ISA and seven of its savings products. Wi...

Boards of investment trusts are looking to sell quickly and at a discount
Investment Advice

Boards of investment trusts are looking to sell quickly and at a discount

An investment trust's net asset value, or NAV, is meant to reflect what would remain after all of its assets were sold and all of its deb...

Which is the best robo-adviser for me, and what is it?
Investment Advice

Which is the best robo-adviser for me, and what is it?

This is what's accessible. Traditionally, there are two primary ways to invest: working with a financial advisor or doing it your...