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How to take an energy meter reading as Ofgem energy price cap rises
Meter reading day falls every three months when the new energy price cap kicks in. Here's why you may want to take a reading on 1 January ahead of the price cap rise
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Can you afford to retire in 2026?
From interest rates and inflation to tax changes, there are plenty of factors to consider if you plan to retire in 2026 – here is how to prepare
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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‘Why I have ditched my Help to Buy ISA for cash savings and the stock market’
Without the 25% bonus, my Help to Buy ISA is effectively redundant, says MoneyWeek writer Sam Walker.
By Sam Walker Published
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Is your inheritance tax allowance cut if you sell to downsize or sell your home to pay for care?
Downsizing relief is a little-known benefit that could save your loved ones tens of thousands of pounds in inheritance tax after you’ve died.
By Samantha Partington Published
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How to secure a lasting legacy as you pass your money
For many, transferring wealth is more about values than money. We look at how to create a legacy that sticks.
By Laura Miller Published
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Boost for over 100,000 families on Child Benefit as new HMRC payment system rolled out
Thousands of households will no longer have to pay the dreaded High Income Child Benefit Charge through self-assessment
By Sam Walker Published
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The best bank switching offers – get up to £200
The best bank switching offers currently pay up to £200 in cash. Are you eligible, and how do you switch current accounts?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Four money books to read in 2026
Here are the top money books that you should read in 2026 – as recommended by the MoneyWeek team
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Are you being haunted by the ghost of Christmas past? How festive cutbacks could boost your long-term wealth
The average family spends around £1,000 over the Christmas season. Here’s how much you could have gained if you had invested some of the money instead.
By Daniel Hilton Published
