Frequently asked questions
If you have a question that is not answered below, or would just
like to know more about the Investment Choice option, give us a
call on 0845 88 22 999.
How does it work?
We know that choosing an investment fund can be a
little daunting. So to make investing a little
easier, we've carefully selected three funds from Fidelity
International™ investment fund range.
They offer outstanding value for money and are a great choice for
those investors who want a general equity or bond investment.
They also have no up front charges or fees.
You can choose to invest a lump sum or save
regularly in one of our three carefully selected
investment funds.
You also have the flexibility to invest inside or outside
an ISA giving you the option to maximise your
tax-efficient ISA allowance.
Who is it for?
It's for anyone who wants to invest in a stocks and
shares type investment over the medium to long-term and is
aware of the risks of investing in the stock market.
Stock market investments can generate a higher return in the
medium to long term compared to cash based accounts. But whilst
there is potential for strong growth, there is also risk involved
which means your investment will go up and down in value
and you may get back less than you've paid
in.
Which funds can I invest in?
We've carefully selected three funds from Fidelity
International™ that we believe will be
suitable for most of our investors. They offer
outstanding value for money and are a great choice for those
investors who want a general equity or bond investment.
1. MoneyBuilder Balanced Fund
2. MoneyBuilder Growth Fund
3. MoneyBuilder Income Fund
> Find our more about our funds
If you're an experienced investor looking for something
more adventurous, you could build your own investment portfolio
using Fidelity's Fund Network.
Fidelity's Fund Network gives you access to over 1,100
investment funds from 65 leading providers. It is designed
for those who want to build and manage their own investment
portfolio and is ideal for those who know the funds they want to
invest in.
> Find our more about building your own
portfolio
Who are Fidelity International™?
Fidelity International™ began managing investments in 1969 and
is part of Fidelity, one of the world's leading investment fund
managers. Fidelity International™ manages over £650
billion in assets and their fund supermarket was one of
the first to launch in the UK in June 2000.
Fidelity's team of expert investment managers are continually
researching stock markets and seeking new investment opportunities
whilst constantly reviewing the performance of
their investments around the world.
Can I invest inside an ISA?
You can invest up to a maximum of £10,680 each tax
year if you invest inside an ISA. However, whatever you
invest in a Cash ISA must be taken away from your total ISA
allowance of £10,680.
So if you invest £2,000 in a Cash ISA, you'll have £8,680 left to
invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA in a tax year.
You can invest more than your ISA limit, but you won't get the
same benefits associated with an ISA once you are past your
personal ISA allowance.
Once you've used your ISA allowance, you can invest in the same
funds outside of an ISA
What will I get back?
It is very difficult to predict exactly what you'll get back as
your payout will depend on the performance of the fund you choose
to invest in.
As this is a stock market investment, you have the potential for
significant growth. But due to the nature of the investment the
value of your plan can go down as well as up.
There are no set interest rates for any of the three featured
investment funds and you may get back less than you invested.
Can I access my money?
You can access money whenever you need to as
there is no fixed term. But remember, you should be looking to
invest for the medium to long term. Typically at least five
years.
Due to the nature of the investment the value of your plan can go
down as well as up and you could get back less than you
invested.
Once your new investment has been opened, you'll be provided with
your own secure online account which you can access 24 hours a day
7 days a week.
Once your online account has been opened, you will be able to take
advantage of a number of benefits.
- Review the current value of your fund at any time.
- Withdraw and transfer your investment.
- Top up your investment and set up regular payments at any
time.
- Buy, sell or transfer any investments.
- Re-register any funds you hold elsewhere under one
account.
How much can I invest?
You can invest from £500 as a lump sum or
invest regularly from £50 a month by Direct
Debit.
If you are not using your ISA allowance, there is no maximum
investment limit.
However, if you are investing inside an ISA there are limits. You
can invest up to a maximum of £10,680 each tax
year if you invest inside an ISA.
Is there a fixed term?
There is no fixed term so you can withdraw all
or part of your money at any time using your online account. But
remember, you should be looking to invest for the medium to
long term.
Once your new investment has been opened, you'll be provided with
your own secure online account which you can access 24 hours a day
7 days a week.
Due to the nature of the investment the value of your plan can go
down as well as up and you could get back less than you
invested.
Can I pay from my salary or pension?
Regular payments of £50 or more can only be made by
Direct Debit.
You can start, stop and change your regular
payments and make additional lump-sum investments within your
personal online account once it has been set up.
Can I top up my investment?
You can pay in additional lump sums of £250 or
more and increase any regular payments as much as you
like. You just need to make sure you don't go over your limit if
you're investing inside an ISA.
You can invest up to a maximum of £10,680 each tax
year if you invest inside an ISA.
Who can open an investment fund?
Any current or retired members of the Police
Service can invest in any of the investment funds.
And your family is welcome too. Partners and your
wider family including parents, brothers and sisters, children and
grandchildren can all benefit by opening an investment and becoming
members of Police Mutual.
Can I transfer my current ISAs across?
Yes you can transfer your
current ISA to us once your investment has been set up
using your personal online account.
Current tax-year ISA investments must be transferred in full, but
previous years' allowances may be split between different
providers.
How will I know how my investment is performing?
You can review the performance of your investment at any time by
using your secure online personal account.
Fidelity FundsNetwork™ will also send you a
statement once a year showing the performance of your
investments over the previous 12 months.
What is the interest rate?
There are no set interest rates for any of the available
investment funds.