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What is a care fees annuity and how much does it cost?
How we will be cared for in our later years – and how much we are willing to pay for it – are conversations best had as early as possible. One option to cover the cost is a care fees annuity. We look at the pros and cons.
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How to navigate the inheritance tax paperwork maze in nine clear steps
Families who cope best with inheritance tax (IHT) paperwork are those who plan ahead, say experts. We look at all documents you need to gather, regardless of whether you have an IHT bill to pay.
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Should you get financial advice when organising care for an elderly relative?
A tiny proportion of over 45s get help planning elderly relatives’ care – but is financial advice worth the cost?
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Making Tax Digital: what is it and who does it affect?
Sole traders and landlords will have to start reporting their earnings digitally on a quarterly basis to HMRC from this April – here is what you need to know
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Best cards for travel abroad
Advice We weigh up the best cards for travel, whether you’re going on holiday or you go abroad regularly
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Top reasons homeowners use equity release to access £4 trillion housing wealth
The equity release market grew 11% in 2025, according to the latest data, as the over 55s rushed to make use of the trillions of pounds tied up in their homes. Here’s what they did with the money.
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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
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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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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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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
