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What are my retirement income options?
We’re all told to save into a pension, but there’s widespread confusion about how to take an income from our savings and investments at retirement, a new study has found. We look at your retirement income options.
By Laura Miller Published
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?
If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines you need to know about
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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A quarter of a million more pensioners in poverty after state pension age rises – will it go higher?
When the state pension age rose to 66, the percentage of 65-year-olds in income poverty more than doubled, new research suggests
By Laura Miller Published
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ISA guide: everything you need to know for the 2025/26 tax year
We explain everything you need to know about ISAs: how they work, how much you can pay in, what investments you can hold, and how to transfer one
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Last minute gifts: How to give money to children this Christmas
Advice Looking for a last minute Christmas gift? From funds and Premium Bonds to a share in their favourite brands, here’s how to gift money to children to Christmas
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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How much should I pay into a pension?
One of the trickiest parts of retirement planning is working out how much to pay into a pension. We explore what to consider when deciding how much to contribute
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.31%
We look at the best fixed rate cash ISAs on the market right now for savers who are willing to lock their cash away for guaranteed tax-free gains
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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The best cash ISAs – December 2025
Savings The best cash ISAs can help you make the most of your tax-free savings. But you may want to take advantage of top rates before they disappear
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.55%
Savings The best savings rates on the market are offering up to 4.55% on your cash. Act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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