FAQ About Individual Savings Accounts

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one year ago | alfred

Are there any restrictions on the investments that can be held in an ISA?

Restrictions on ISA investments depend on the type of ISA. For instance, Cash ISAs are limited to cash deposits, while Stocks and Shares ISAs can invest in various assets, though some high-risk investments might be excluded. Innovative Finance ISAs have specific restrictions related to peer-to-peer lending and crowdfunding.

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