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How to get an ISA and SIPP cashback bonus
Tips Here are the best pension and ISA transfer offers, with some providers giving away as much as £2,000 in cashback for transferring an account
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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The best real estate opportunities to invest in for 2026
House price growth may be slowing but offices and online shopping are driving growth in real estate investment
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Will mortgage rates fall this year?
Mortgage lenders are battling it out for business before the end of the year. Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at the outlook for mortgage rates this year and into 2026
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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The cost of care: how to pay for long term care?
Advice Six in 10 over 45s underestimate the cost of self-funding a care home place by thousands of pounds a year, according to new research. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or thinking about care for an elderly relative we look at how to pay for long term care.
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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How much should you be paying your financial adviser?
Financial Conduct Authority data shows financial advisers are charging up to 3%. Here is how you know if you are getting value for money
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Best FTSE 250 dividend stocks for high yields
Small and mid-cap UK stocks are a boon for dividend investors. The FTSE 250 and other small-cap indices could be poised for growth next year.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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ISAs vs pensions – which is better for retirement?
Pensions are more tax-efficient overall but ISAs offer greater flexibility. Which is the best option as you save for retirement?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Low risk ways to cut your inheritance tax bill before a potential Budget crackdown
More tightening of the rules around inheritance tax – especially around gifting – could potentially be coming in the Budget. Making safe, smart use of the gifting allowances as they currently stand may be a good idea.
By Laura Miller Published
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More women are money savvy but wealth worried – 5 ways to boost financial confidence
Women have gained financial empowerment since 1975 but wealth and confidence lags behind. There are some simple ways everyone can build a smart money plan.
By Laura Miller Published
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Can you rely on artificial intelligence for financial advice?
AI still has plenty to learn when it comes to financial planning, research suggests
By Marc Shoffman Published
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The financial benefits of getting married – should you say 'I do'?
Marriage may be on your mind as we approach December, the peak proposal period, but fewer couples are getting hitched, and those that are tying the knot are doing so later. There are legal, financial and tax privileges you could be giving up by not saying ‘I do’ – we look at the financial benefits of getting married
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange them
We explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes as they are no longer legal tender in the UK – plus where you can exchange them for new polymer banknotes
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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How much does it cost to move house?
If you're looking to relocate, you may be wondering how much it costs to move house. We breakdown the costs - everything from conveyancing, survey, removals, stamp duty, estate agent fees plus EPC
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
With mortgage rates falling and affordability pressures easing, now could be a good time to buy a house. But if you want to be moved in by Christmas you had better act fast.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Best EV energy tariffs for electric vehicle owners
As demand rises for electric cars, we look at the best EV tariffs being offered by energy suppliers and explore how efficient they are at lowering your overall household costs
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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The best UK investment platforms for beginners
MoneyWeek has selected its pick of the best UK investment platforms for beginners looking to step into the investing world for the first time
By Moira O'Neill Last updated
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Annuity rates jump nearly 10% in a year – is now a good time to buy an annuity?
Annuity rates have risen by 9.68% in the last year, the latest figures show, and it now takes almost a decade less time to get the money back than when rates were at record lows. Should you buy an annuity?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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‘My estate faces a £214,000 tax bill unless I get married’ - the perils of the inheritance tax pension reforms
The chancellor's plans to charge inheritance tax on unused pension wealth could be bad news for cohabiting couples
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Divorce and money – everything you need to know if you are splitting up
Advice Three-fifths of unhappily married people in the UK say they feel they can’t get divorced because of their finances. We look at what divorce means for your money
By Chris Newlands Last updated
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14 ways to save on your energy bill
Advice As the weather gets colder and bills rise, we outline 14 ways you can save on your energy bills
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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Six ways to a cheap last-minute holiday
Are you on the hunt for a last-minute holiday but don’t want to pay over the odds? Here’s how to keep costs low if you’re booking at the last minute.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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What is the 25% pension tax-free cash - and when should you take it?
There’s plenty of speculation that the 25% tax-free cash savers can take from their pension pots could be cut in the forthcoming Autumn Budget. But, what is it and how does it work?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Energy meter reading day October: how to take one as Ofgem energy price cap rises
Meter reading day takes place every three months when the new energy price cap kicks in. Households will want to take a reading on 1 October as energy bills for those on variable tariffs are set to rise by 2%.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Generation X falls behind on retirement savings: how to boost your pension pot
The over-50s are lagging behind other generations when it comes to pension savings – here's why
By Marc Shoffman Published
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112 funds that financial experts are backing for success
Investment platform Bestinvest has identified the top funds for each region to help investors protect their wealth from the chancellor ahead of the Autumn Budget
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Managing your money in retirement – 4 golden rules to avoid a shortfall
We look at how to manage your money in retirement, as inflation continues to erode pensioner income
By Katie Williams Last updated
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How to boost your chances of getting the Winter Fuel Payment
Millions of pensioners will get the Winter Fuel Payment this year following a government U-turn, provided their income is less than £35,000. We reveal some tips and tricks to ensure you’re eligible
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Is now a good time to sell a house?
Activity in the housing market has picked up following a lull in the wake of stamp duty changes, but sellers may need to be realistic when setting an asking price
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Key money dates for 2025/26
We run through the key dates and big money changes coming up this year and into 2026 that could affect your financial health
By Ruth Emery Last updated
