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In the world of personal finance, savings platforms are making waves with their expansive offerings, including tax-free Cash ISAs. Three such platforms, Hargreaves Lansdown, Flagstone, and Raisin, are set to join the trend before the end of the tax year in April.
Hargreaves Lansdown, a well-known name in the financial industry, will be adding 13 easy-access Cash ISAs to its platform. The highest one-year fixed-rate Isa offered by Hargreaves Lansdown stands at 4.32%. However, it's important to note that transferring an existing cash Isa to Hargreaves Lansdown's cash Isa requires a slightly different process – first, transferring it to their stocks and shares Isa (held in cash) is necessary.
Flagstone and Raisin, while primarily known for their cash savings and fixed-term deposits, are also venturing into the realm of tax-free savings ISAs. However, the specific banks providing these via Flagstone and Raisin are not yet detailed in the available sources.
Savings platforms function as a marketplace for savings accounts, allowing users to open multiple accounts with a single set of personal and financial details. This streamlined approach can lead to good savings rates with less paperwork. In fact, the total number of savings deals available is a substantial 2,289, as reported by Moneyfacts. However, only around a quarter of these savings deals beat the Bank of England base rate of 4%.
These platforms initially offered fixed-rate bonds and easy-access accounts, but they have now expanded their offerings to include tax-free cash Isas. It's worth mentioning that Flagstone has 68 different banks and building societies on its platform, and Raisin boasts approximately 40. Hargreaves Lansdown, too, has more than 20 banks and building societies on its platform.
When considering a transfer to a platform's cash Isa, it's essential to be aware that the process may require additional steps compared to a direct transfer. Nonetheless, the potential benefits – including a wider range of options and the possibility of better interest rates – make it an attractive choice for many savers.
In conclusion, the expansion of savings platforms into tax-free cash Isas provides consumers with more options and the potential for better interest rates. As always, it's crucial to research and compare the offerings of various platforms to find the one that best suits your financial needs.
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