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Should you invest in sector funds?
Sector funds can be a useful way to fine-tune a portfolio or track a theme, but check what the index holds.
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5 things you didn’t realise were affecting your credit score
Advice Make sure you’re keeping your credit score in top shape by avoiding these mistakes.
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Most common Amazon scams to avoid
Scammers use every trick in the book to convince you that a phone call or message is genuinely from Amazon. Here are some common attempts doing the rounds.
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Wealthify launches base rate tracker easy-access savings account
Wealthify has partnered with ClearBank to offer savers a base rate tracker savings account. How does it work and how does it compare to the rest of the savings market?
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Cash ISA rates reach a 10-year high – should you put your money in one?
New data reveals average cash ISA rates are at a 10-year high. Is it a good time to put your savings into a cash ISA?
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Could you face an unexpected tax bill for interest earned on your children’s savings?
Only a fifth of parents understand the tax rules for interest earned on their children’s savings. Here is how to reduce your potential bill and avoid penalties.
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Car finance explained: everything you need to know when buying a car
Advice From personal contract to hire purchase and leasing, we explain the different routes to getting behind the wheel
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Crypto scams – what to look out for
Fraudsters are using cryptocurrency scams to lure investors desperate for high returns - here is how to spot and avoid them
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Hargreaves Lansdown launches cash ISAs on its savings platform- is it any good?
Hargreaves Lansdown is the first to launch cash ISAs on its savings platform ahead of the new ISA flexibility rules - how does it compare to other rates on the market?
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Under 1% of capital gains reported to HMRC’s real time tool – are you filing a self-assessment tax return unnecessarily?
Advice Just 0.04% of the total capital gains tax collected came through HMRC's real time reporting service last year. We explain who can use this underutilised payment option
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Stock markets are hitting record highs - is now a good time to invest?
Advice The S&P 500 has reached record levels while the FTSE 100 is performing well. We explain what this means for investors adding to their portfolios.
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Fewer savings accounts offer branch access - how can you get to your money?
More than a third of easy-access savings accounts no longer offer branch services. We tell you your options
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What to do if you win the Premium Bond jackpot - or receive a large inheritance
Congratulations! You’ve received a big cash windfall. But what should you do with it? Save it, spend it, invest it, pay off the mortgage… It can feel overwhelming deciding what to do - we ask experts for their tips.
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HMRC crackdown on workers who earn extra income comes into force - what tax do you need to pay?
New rules have come into effect allowing the taxman to get a closer look at the extra income people are making through selling items online or renting out properties on Airbnb. We explain what it may mean for your tax bill.
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Current account bank switches reach a record high - should you move banks?
The end of last year saw a record 443,701 bank switches take place - we look at why people are moving current accounts, which banks are the most popular, and how to switch
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Eight reasons you could get fined up to £5,000 while driving in Storm Jocelyn
Motorists face fines of up to £5,000 plus penalty points for flouting rules during bad weather. We outline common driving mistakes, whether you’ve got an electric vehicle or a diesel or petrol car.
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Seven things you need to know before installing an electric vehicle charger
Charging your EV at home rather than relying on public charging points is convenient and could save you money. We run through what you need to know before installing one.
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The best business bank accounts
Advice A crucial element of running any business is ensuring you select the right bank account. We’ve rounded up the best business bank accounts to help you make the right decision.
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The best credit cards with 0% on purchases
Advice 0% credit cards are a great way to spread the cost of big purchases - we flag the best deals available now.
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HSBC launches multi-currency app - is it any good?
HSBC has launched a multi-currency app and debit card in the UK. Is it any good and how does it compare to its rivals?
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5 small caps to buy in 2024
Michael Taylor reviews his 2023 portfolio of Aim stocks and chooses his top small caps for 2024.
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UK government launches new online tool to tackle domestic economic abuse
The UK government has launched a new online interactive tool to tackle domestic economic abuse. Find out how it works
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Christmas shopping scams warning - how to protect your money
This month is the busiest of the year for online shopping - but it’s also when scammers are working harder. Here’s how to keep your money safe.
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How much could your cash ISA save you in tax?
Official data reveals ISAs will collectively save us an estimated £6.7 billion in tax this year. We’ve crunched the numbers to find out how much a cash ISA could save you
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Top 10 stocks with highest growth over past decade - from Nvidia, Microsoft to Netflix, which companies made you the most money?
We reveal the 10 global companies with the biggest returns since 2013. One firm has posted an astonishing 9,870% return, meaning a £1,000 investment would now be worth almost £82,000.
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The happiest places to live in Great Britain
Looking to buy your next property? We reveal the happiest places to live in
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House prices are falling in London but how does it compare to the rest of the UK?
Advice The capital remains the most expensive part of the UK to buy a property, but it isn’t being as badly hit by the housing market slump. Where are London house prices heading?
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The best infrastructure funds to shelter your income from inflation
The infrastructure sector’s trusts have fallen out of favour, but the tide will turn. Now is the time to buy, says Max King.
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The 30 house price hotspots
While we have seen house prices sliding, these sought-after locations have seen prices jump by at least 5% over the previous 12 months
