Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
The Bank of England expects UK inflation to have risen in September. Is this forecast a cause for concern, and what does it mean for further interest rate cuts?
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
Property market activity has started to pick up following stamp duty changes, but the outlook remains mixed. Where are prices heading in 2025 and beyond?
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
Mortgages may be getting cheaper but stamp duty costs remain a challenge for those looking to get on or move up the property ladder
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Halifax: House prices fell in September as rumoured tax hikes hang over the market
The average price of a UK house in September was £794 less than in the previous month, Halifax says, with prices remaining broadly stagnant in the past year.
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Millions of Premium Bonds prizes are still unclaimed. Could some be yours?
Millions of pounds sit in unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes. Could you have unknowingly won a prize in the Premium Bonds draw? Here's how to find out.
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Will gas and electricity bills fall? Energy price forecast
Billpayers in the UK have seen their energy bills rise by around £35 a year after the October price cap was introduced. Will prices rise or fall next year?
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‘Current account coasters’ are leaving billions of pounds languishing in low interest accounts
The average saver with £10,000 or more in their zero interest current account is missing out on over £1,500 in potential interest payments, new research has revealed.
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Winter Fuel Payment – what is it and who can get it?
Advice Pensioners with higher incomes will need to repay the Winter Fuel Payment this year, unless they opt out – and the deadline is fast approaching. We explain the eligibility rules and how the payment works
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Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff?
As energy prices remain volatile and far above pre-2022 levels, is now the time to look for a fixed energy tariff? We check out the latest gas and electricity deals
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October Premium Bonds winners announced: Saver with just £7 won £50,000
NS&I has announced the winners of October’s Premium Bonds prize draw, with over six million winning a prize between £25 and £1 million. Did you win this month?
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Energy meter reading day October: how to take one as Ofgem energy price cap rises
Meter reading day takes place every three months when the new energy price cap kicks in. Households will want to take a reading on 1 October as energy bills for those on variable tariffs are set to rise by 2%.
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What are British Airways Amex companion vouchers, and how do they work?
American Express customers with British Airways credit cards can effectively double the value of their Avios points by using a companion voucher. We look at what they are, and how you can use them.
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Lloyds Banking Group to close 49 more bank branches - full list
Lloyds Banking Group will close almost 350 bank branches in 2025 and 2026. We look at the Lloyds Bank, Halifax and Bank of Scotland sites earmarked for closure.
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Ofgem to offer lower standing charge tariffs to households – but energy bills are unlikely to fall
Ofgem plans to force major energy firms to offer customers tariffs with lower standing charges, but the change is unlikely to lower your energy bills.
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Hargreaves Lansdown launches first cash ISA – how does it compare?
Hargreaves Lansdown is offering an own brand cash ISA for the first time with their new easy-access account. How does the interest rate compare to other products?
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
We explore the savings accounts that can best protect your money from inflation as millions of savers miss out on inflation-beating rates.
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Nationwide Building Society launches £175 switching deal – who is eligible?
Nationwide Building Society has launched a new current account switching deal. We look at whether you are eligible, and how to get the free cash.
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Average pension pot by region – how do your retirement savings compare?
Making sufficient savings for retirement is critical to ensure you can enjoy your later years without too many financial worries, but new data suggests some are saving far more than others. We look at the average pension pot by region.
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Best and worst countries for retirement – where does the UK rank?
Retiring overseas is a great choice for pensioners who want to escape the grey skies of Britain. Which countries are considered top for retirement?
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How to avoid pension fraud
Pension fraud remains rampant, with around £48,000 lost every day in 2024. Here are the main ploys to look out for.
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British Airways tier points system explained
British Airways shook up its tier points system in April. We explain how the loyalty programme works, how it’s different from collecting Avios, and what benefits you can enjoy
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The common ways you could have invalidated your travel insurance – and how to avoid them
It can be easy to accidentally breach the terms of your travel insurance. We look at the most common ways this can happen, and how you can avoid them.
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How to get free shares worth hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves wants Brits to invest more to help them build long-term wealth. We look at some places you can start, and get a free share as a cherry on top.
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Is NS&I safe?
National Savings and Investments (NS&I) is popular for its Premium Bonds and savings products. But how safe is it?
