A General Investment Account (GIA) is simply the account that holds your investments. Unlike an ISA or Pension, in a GIA your investment aren't exempt from tax. So you may need to pay tax on any growth/income you make from investments held in a GIA.
A General Investment Account (GIA) is simply the account that holds your investments. Unlike an ISA or Pension, in a GIA your investment aren't exempt from tax. So you may need to pay tax on any growth/income you make from investments held in a GIA.