Let's face it, the evidence from the pundits tells us that on average private education remains the best. However, it is also very expensive and the older the child becomes the more the cost increases.

Every parent wants to do the best for their child and give them the best start in life but can they afford it? The answer is yes.

Unless you are one of the fortunate few, to attempt to pay school fees and to help with university fees and accommodation is crippling.

The secret of success is to start early. There are various tax advantageous saving schemes around and these include schemes provided by the H M Treasury.

Even if you have left it a bit late there are ways of releasing equity in to schemes designed to provide maximum tax relief.

For further information contact Direct Mortgage Services on (01209) 3'15300.