Five things your clients will call you about this week

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Nationals round-up: All the Sunday papers had last-minute ISA advice while pension drawdown, investment trusts and Brics were all in the spotlight.

1) ISA deadline It's the last opportunity to open an ISA before the end of the current tax year, so most papers had last minute tips and advice for consumers. The Observer had a roundup of all the places consumers can go to get their savings sorted out, but, with so many options to choose from, clients may be making last-minute calls to their IFAs. 2) Pension income drawdown With employers no longer able to force staff to retire at 65, the Independent on Sunday reports on how pension income drawdown may become a more popular option, both to maximise income and get more flexibility. T...

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