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'I can't afford to pay my tax bill, what help can I get from HMRC?'
Ahead of the self-assessment tax return deadline, we explain what happens if you can't afford to pay HMRC your tax bill.
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Redundancy on the rise – how to manage a sudden drop in income
Unemployment and redundancies are higher than a year ago, new figures show. We look at how to protect your finances if you face a sudden loss of income.
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What is the ideal time to spend on the property market? How you could risk losing thousands
Time on the housing market matters – get an offer too quickly or too slowly and you’ll often find you have to settle for less than the asking price. What is the ideal time for a property to spend on the market?
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Six steps business owners should consider before April inheritance tax relief change
New limits to inheritance tax-free allowances are coming in from the Spring that affect business owners. Those looking to sell or transfer their assets into a trust before the changes need to act now
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How to get the best travel money rates
We explain where to find the best travel money rates so you can get the most bang for your buck when you’re on holiday.
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Taxpayers told to check capital gains tax return or risk penalty after rate changes
With the self-assessment deadline just three weeks away, taxpayers who need to report capital gains should take extra care to avoid a penalty after recent changes, accountants have warned. Here’s how.
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10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2025/26 tax year
Tips The end of the 2025/26 tax year is fast approaching. Here’s what you can do now to make the most of tax breaks and allowances before they disappear on 5 April
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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
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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
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Key money dates for 2026
We run through the key dates and big money changes coming up in 2026 that could affect your financial health
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What does an interest rate cut mean for my pension?
Interest rates have been cut from 4% to 3.75%. For pension savers and retirees the effects of the drop will depend on the type of retirement pot they have, but could be significant.
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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.
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Last minute gifts: How to give money to children this Christmas
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
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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
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Autumn Budget tax changes: how is your generation affected?
The chancellor expects everyone to do their bit to boost the nation's finances but the tax burden is by no means shared equally
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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?
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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
