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Will mortgage rates fall this year?
The mortgage price war may be over in a blow for borrowers. 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
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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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Annuity rates jump more than 5% in a year – is now a good time to buy an annuity?
Annuity rates rose by 5.48% in 2025, the latest figures show, an increase worth up to £9,000 extra in lifetime income for a healthy 65-year-old. Should you buy an annuity?
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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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What is your personal inflation rate and how do you calculate it?
Inflation in the UK has been consistently above the 2% target since late 2024, but the high price growth will affect people to differing degrees.
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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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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
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
Interest rate cuts and booming housing supply may make it cheaper to get on the property ladder in 2026 but there are other factors to consider
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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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How to avoid the savings interest tax trap
Savers are being urged to look at ways to shelter their cash from the taxman as the tax burden on savings escalates.
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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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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
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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.
