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How much council tax will you have to pay on a second home?
Second home council tax will surge from April across many parts of England. It follows similar local authority changes in Scotland and Wales.
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Revealed: the cheapest day to buy car insurance
Car insurance costs are dropping after a huge rise last year. But you could drive them down even further by doing an extra bit of planning. We reveal the cheapest day to buy car insurance
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The top 10 holiday let hotspots as tax perks end in April
The furnished holiday lets tax regime will be scrapped next month - can property investors still make money from short-term rentals?
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Tourist taxes: should you pay more to visit holiday hotspots or look elsewhere?
Major cities have introduced extra fees to combat overtourism. We look at how to tackle the rise of tourist taxes.
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India is a new global powerhouse — should you invest?
India’s growth rate has slowed recently, but there is still ample scope for investors to benefit from its development.
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Should you continue to hold Smithson Investment Trust?
Opinion Smithson Investment Trust, a small- and mid-cap fund, has struggled to live up to lofty expectations, says Rupert Hargreaves.
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Four UK data companies to buy now
Companies that create, harness or turn data into a valuable offering could be sitting on a hugely profitable gold mine. Rupert Hargreaves picks four of the best UK data companies to buy now.
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The 8% pension rule: what is it and is it enough to retire on?
You are probably saving this amount into a pension each month without even realising. But what is the 8% rule and is it enough to give you a comfortable retirement?
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Wood-burning stove vs central heating ‒ which is cheaper?
Advice After energy costs increased again, we compare wood-burning stove vs central heating to find out which is cheaper for your home
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6 ways to save on rail tickets
Rail tickets will go on sale this week, offering discounts of up to 50% across thousands of popular routes. We look at the upcoming offers and other ways to save.
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The case for investing in Bitcoin in 2025
Bitcoin has shown it is no fad or bubble and is set for growth under Donald Trump. It has a valuable role in portfolios, especially when paired with gold
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How changes to business property relief could impact your family business
The rules on business property relief are a new headache for small firms
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AstraZeneca goes cheap – should you buy?
The decline in AstraZeneca’s share price is overdone given the outlook, and the stock is cheap
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Share buybacks rise in the UK – what does it mean for investors?
Share buybacks are gaining popularity in the UK – good news for investors
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Should you bet on US stocks?
You don’t have to be bearish on US stocks to worry that they are now such a large share of global indices
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Starling launches easy-access saver paying 4% – is it a best buy?
The digital challenger bank has launched its first easy-access savings account, available to current account customers. Is it competitive?
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Heated airer vs tumble dryer – which is cheaper?
Is a heated airer or a tumble dryer more cost-effective when drying clothes indoors? We crunch the numbers
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Top UK stocks with healthy cash flows and dividend yields
Three promising UK stocks according to Alan Dobbie, co-manager, Rathbone Income Fund
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How to keep your dividends safe from the taxman
Advice The number of people expected to pay dividend tax in 2024/25 has doubled since 2021/22. We reveal six ways to keep your dividends safe and beat the tax trap
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Know which performance fees you’re signing up for
Performance fees and their timing can have a bigger impact on returns than you might think
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How do NS&I savings account rates compare? Advantages of using government-backed bank
Advice NS&I savings accounts offer security and tax-efficient options for your money. But how do its interest rates compare to the rest of the market?
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Are emerging markets ready to rally?
With global interest rates falling, emerging markets could be due a revival. We explain where to look
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Lock in an 11% yield with Sabre
Tips Sabre, a best-in-class company is undervalued due to low profits in the motor insurance industry. Should you invest?
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4 money moves to make post Budget
Capital gains tax has increased and inheritance tax perks are being reduced – here is how to bypass the Budget tax rises
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HMRC paper self-assessment deadline approaches – should you file your tax return by post?
Advice Most people file their tax return online but there are benefits to completing your self-assessment forms by post
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4 small tech stocks for your portfolio
Tips The UK market has never been considered a fertile hunting ground for tech stars. But there are plenty of promising companies beyond the old economy, says Michael Taylor of Shifting Shares
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Free childcare support: what you’re entitled to and how to apply
Parents are now entitled to 15 hours of free childcare per week once their child turns nine months old – and the allowance will double next year. How do you apply?
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Is it cheaper to be a sole trader?
It might be cheaper to be a sole trader due to changes to the tax system
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Pension moves you should make before Labour’s Budget raid
Savers are maxing out their pension contributions while retirees are grabbing their tax-free cash amid fears of a tax raid in the Autumn Budget. We look at what you can do to prepare
