Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
House price growth appears to be on the rebound following a subdued 2025. Where are prices heading in 2026 and beyond?
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
UK inflation rose in December. Are we in for another period of rising inflation – or was the increase just a blip?
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
Inflation rose in December, but is forecast to fall in 2026. We list some of the top savings accounts in terms of rates, where your money will grow in real terms.
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
The latest inflation figures are released each month. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.2%
We look at the best fixed rate cash ISAs on the market right now for savers who are willing to lock their cash away for guaranteed tax-free gains
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Are you eligible for Nationwide’s next £100 Fairer Share bonus?
Millions of Nationwide customers got the £100 Fairer Share payment in 2025. We explain how to boost your chances of being eligible for the bonus, if it returns in 2026
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Unemployment remains at five-year high as wage growth continues to slow
Unemployment in the UK held at 5.1% in the three months to November as wage growth fell again month-on-month.
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Revealed: The best UK regions for buy-to-let landlords
Buy-to-lets have become increasingly unattractive in recent years, but there are still some areas where landlords can realise high rental yields. We look at the UK’s buy-to-let hotspots.
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?
If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines you need to know about
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When is the “Bed & ISA” deadline? Cut-off dates for major investment platforms
The “Bed & ISA” deadline varies from provider to provider. We list the key dates across major investment platforms
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Two million taxpayers to be hit by £100k tax trap by 2026/27
Frozen thresholds mean more people than ever are set to pay an effective income tax rate of 60% as their earnings increase beyond £100,000. We look at why, as well as how you can avoid being caught in the trap.
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Do you still have to file a tax return if you don’t owe any tax?
Even if you do not owe the taxman any money, failure to complete and submit your tax return could result in a penalty costing you up to £1,600.
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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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Cold Weather Payments triggered in hundreds of postcodes as Storm Goretti hits the UK: who can get it and when?
Millions of people could be eligible for Cold Weather Payments during the winter. We explain who qualifies and how to check if a payment is due
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What do falling interest rates mean for you?
You may think that only businesses and politicians should pay attention to choices made by the Bank of England, but its interest rates decisions also have an impact on your personal finances. We explain how.
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Should you invest in copper?
A critical metal in electronics and the energy transition, copper is often viewed as a bellwether for the global economy. How can investors gain exposure to changing copper prices?
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NS&I cuts interest rates on 8 savings accounts
NS&I will now offer less attractive interest rates for customers wishing to lock their savings away to grow for one, two, three or five years.
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Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff in 2026?
As energy prices remain volatile and far above pre-2022 levels, is now the time to look for a fixed energy tariff? We look at the latest gas and electricity deals
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Will gas and electricity bills fall in 2026? Energy price forecast
Billpayers in the UK have seen energy bills rise by around £3 a year after the January price cap was introduced. Where will prices go next?
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How are Premium Bonds prize winners notified – and who is Agent Million?
We look at how Premium Bonds winners are notified and how the winnings get paid. Plus, who is Agent Million?
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Millions of Premium Bonds prizes are still unclaimed. Could some be yours?
More than £112 million is sitting 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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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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Are you being haunted by the ghost of Christmas past? How festive cutbacks could boost your long-term wealth
The average family spends around £1,000 over the Christmas season. Here’s how much you could have gained if you had invested some of the money instead.
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Will UK interest rates fall in 2026? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England cut interest rates to 3.75% in December, bringing the base rate to its lowest level since February 2023. But will we see more cuts in 2026?
