Why Invest in An Insurance Bond?
The decision of which 'wrapper' to place funds within (i.e. onshore bond, offshore bond or collective) can be complex and is based upon the tax position of the investor, the treatment of each wrapper, the likely growth and investment term.
Useful features of Bonds for tax planning scenarios include the tax deferred status, the ability to write the investment in trust and reduce the inheritance tax liability on an estate, and exclusive access to expensive investment links like guaranteed or protected profits funds are to name a few. Bonds can provide income or growth and when income is required there are now bonds that can offer a set minimum guaranteed income for life of the plan holder.
For UK Financial Advisers, the Financial Services Authority is placing increasing focus on what wrapper is being recommended. Advisers must be able to demonstrate they have used a robust process when selecting a bond or collective.
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