Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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Nationwide boost rates on fixed savings accounts and ISAs – are they a good home for your cash?Nationwide has hiked interest rates on several fixed term savings accounts to as high as 4.7%. Are they a good home for your cash?
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Average stamp duty by region: How much are you likely to pay?Most people buying their next home will have to pay stamp duty. But how much you need to fork out varies, and where you are in the country can have an impact.
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The best and worst UK regions for buy-to-let landlordsBuy-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 consider.
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overchargedThousands of retirees recovered more than £50 million in overpaid tax from flexible pension withdrawals in the second quarter of 2026. Are you due a pension tax refund?
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Warm Home Discount offers £150 off energy bills – what is it and who can get it?The Warm Home Discount is paid by the government to some households to help them keep the heating on during the winter. How exactly does the scheme work and who is eligible?
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Will taxes rise in the Burnham government's first Autumn Budget?New prime minister Andy Burnham said he will stick to Labour’s manifesto commitment to not raise income tax, national insurance, or VAT. But what other taxes could new chancellor John Healey target?
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Could number skills help tackle the NEETs crisis?Podcast Around 40% of UK adults do not have a firm grasp on basic financial concepts - but for the growing number of NEETs, it could be the key to help them build a stronger future.
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What is your personal inflation rate and how do you calculate it?Rising inflation affects people to different degrees. Rather than rely on headline figures, it’s important to know how inflation impacts you personally.
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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in July 2026. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting?
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NS&I boosts interest rates on 8 fixed-rate savings accounts – are they any good?NS&I has made their fixed-rate savings accounts more attractive. Are they the best on the market?
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Live: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% today for the fifth consecutive time, but an increasing number of rate-setters are calling for a hike.
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Is now a good time to buy a house?Higher 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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Price of a sea-view home surges by 27% – which coastal location has the biggest premium?The asking price growth for homes with a sea-view is outpacing the national average. We look at the places with the highest premiums.
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MoneyWeek Talks: Investing in Asia's engine of growthPodcast Asian small caps are often overlooked, but the right opportunities in the space can bring strong returns for investors.
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Could council tax and stamp duty be replaced with new tax?Number 10 has distanced itself from claims the prime minister Andy Burnham was considering overhauling the property taxation system, but how would a proportional property tax or land value tax work?
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Britain's priciest postcodes by region – could you save thousands by buying next door?The property prices in the UK’s most sought-after postcodes can be lofty, but if you look for homes in the neighbouring area, you can often make significant savings.
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Average net worth in the UK by age — how does your wealth compare?We look at what the average net worth is in the UK, and help you work out where your wealth stands in comparison to peers.
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What is the Ofgem energy price cap and what does it mean for your bills?The Ofgem energy price cap is reviewed every three months. How does it affect bills?
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Consumer Prices Index release dates: When will next inflation data be published?The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
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Where to find healthy profits in biotechPodcast Biotech has been misunderstood as inherently risky for years. But that is no longer the case.
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Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?The ex-mayor of Greater Manchester took up top job in politics after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation. What does a new prime minister mean for you?
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Number of 45% taxpayers more than doubles in five years. What should you do if you’re in a higher band?Frozen thresholds mean that more taxpayers are dragged into higher tax brackets despite little change in their purchasing power.
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Could Shabana Mahmood succeed Rachel Reeves as the next chancellor?A new prime minister usually means a new chancellor too, and Reeves is expected to leave next week. Shabana Mahmood is leading the race.
