Unit Trusts and OEIC’s known as ‘collectives’ are funds that largely focus on growth.
Unit Trusts and OEIC’s – Key Points.
- There is a wide fund choice, some funds focus on growth and others on income.
- There is no income tax payable, apart from ‘income’ or ‘distribution’ units.
- Capital gains tax is payable if funds are switched or on encashment if the gain is over capital gains tax threshold of £10,100.
- Unit Trusts and OEICS are likely to be suitable for higher rate tax payers.
- They form part of the estate for Inheritance Tax.
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