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Margaret Jago discusses the benefits of investing in offshore bonds

When looking forward to retirement, savings can be accumulated in a variety of vehicles. People will of course prioritise their savings in pension arrangements, where they get tax benefits on contribution and on investment growth. They will also prioritise ISA investment, where investment growth will be tax-free. However, after using these tax efficient investments, savers might want to consider using products from offshore life companies, including bonds, and variable annuity products. It's the tax treatment of offshore bonds that makes them particularly appealing. A bond, like every oth...

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