Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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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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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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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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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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Is NS&I safe?
National Savings and Investments (NS&I) is popular for its Premium Bonds and savings products. But how safe is it?
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How to check for Premium Bonds prizes
NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize draw makes two people millionaires overnight every month. We explain how to check to see if you’ve won any cash
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Premium Bonds winners announced – did you scoop the September jackpot?
NS&I has announced the winners for September’s Premium Bonds prize draw, with two lucky savers becoming overnight millionaires. Did you win this month?
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The pros and cons of smart meters: Are they any good?
Gas and electricity prices will rise in October, but smart meters could help you budget. We compare them to regular meters and consider whether it’s worth getting one
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New electric car grant is worth up to £3,750 – how does the scheme work?
The cost of some new electric cars may be cut by up to £3,750. We explain how the new electric car grant works, and which vehicles are already benefitting.
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The top UK cities to grow old in
Where you live can have a great impact on your life. From healthcare access to house prices, we look at the best cities in the UK to grow old in.
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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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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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How to pay in a cheque
Receiving or writing a cheque has become much less common in recent years as instant bank transfers have grown in popularity. Amid widespread bank branch closures, we explain what to do if you get a cheque, and how you can pay one into your bank account.
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Rail fares could spike by 5.8% next year – how to save on train travel
July’s RPI inflation reading tends to determine rail fare hikes in the following year. We look at how much your train tickets could cost, and how to save money
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Stamp duty calculator: How much will you pay?
The amount of stamp duty you pay depends on which band the house price you’re paying falls into. Here's how the tax works.
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The most and least expensive countries to be an expat in 2025
With some Brits fleeing the country to avoid seemingly ever-increasing taxes, we look at the most and least expensive countries to emigrate to.
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Average homes in every English region are now liable for stamp duty – how much will you pay?
As average house prices in every English region are now above the stamp duty threshold, we look at how much tax you will pay.
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
The Bank of England expects UK inflation to rise later this year. Is this forecast a cause for concern?
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Are Premium Bonds worth it? Two-thirds of holders have never won a prize
NS&I’s Premium Bonds are popular thanks to the allure of winning in their monthly prize draw. But new data suggests that the majority of savers are yet to win a penny.
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Rightmove: Asking prices fell 1.3% in August as sellers price homes more competitively during summer dip
The average asking price for a UK property fell to £368,740 in August as a third of all properties have reduced in price.
