Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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The countries where you can earn more than UK – and work less
Brits could earn the average UK wage up to 15 weeks sooner in thirteen different countries. Where could you earn and work less?
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Chase cuts interest rate on boosted savings account to 4.5% – is it worth it?
Chase’s Boosted Saver rate has fallen following the Bank of England’s decision to cut interest rates. Is it still worth it, and who is eligible?
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Trump’s tariffs ravaged markets – but who were the winners and losers?
The US president’s ‘Liberation Day’ sent shockwaves through the market, with the S&P 500 falling by over 12% in one week. Some firms were better shielded than others.
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Revealed: Top UK buy-to-let hotspots as purchases surge in the north
Buy-to-let investments have fallen to low levels not seen since 2007, but a surge in landlords buying properties in the north and midlands has emerged. We reveal the hotspots where buy-to -let is heating up
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Cash in on your attic: Thousands could be sitting dormant in your storage
Selling your valuables at auction could be far more lucrative than you think. We take a look at how auctions work, and some tips to help you maximise your profits
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Why you might not need to worry about a reduced cash ISA allowance
A cut to the cash ISA limit may dismay risk-averse savers, but it’s not necessarily the end of the world
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Billions of pounds languishing in low interest accounts as savings rates slashed
Savers are being urged to act as half a trillion pounds are earning paltry interest rates.
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Who won the £1 million jackpot in the May Premium Bonds prize draw?
NS&I has announced the winners of May’s Premium Bonds prize draw. Who won the £1 million jackpot and how can you find out if you scooped a prize this month?
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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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Waspi women targeted in fake compensation scam
The Waspi campaign has warned of a steep rise in fraudulent websites which claim compensation is available for 1950s-born women affected by state pension age changes
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Fiscal drag could cost millions of earners thousands – what is it, and how can I protect my money?
Videos The government froze tax thresholds, which will drag employees into higher tax bands as wages rise with inflation. We explain what fiscal drag is, and how to avoid it.
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Premium Bonds hotspots: The UK counties with the best chances of winning
Millions of people across the UK hold money in Premium Bonds, but are you more likely to win if you live in a certain part of the country?
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Lloyds axes foreign currency fees for ‘Club Lloyds’ subscription customers
Club Lloyds customers will be able to withdraw their money abroad without incurring any extra fees.
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What is the average salary by age – and how do you compare?
Are you making more than your peers? We look at the average salary by age to see how much the typical Brit earns at different stages of their life
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Why you should review your cash ISA now
The new tax year provides the perfect opportunity to take stock of your cash ISA savings, and make sure your money is working as hard as it can.
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NS&I launches 4% British Savings Bonds
NS&I has launched new issues of British Savings Bonds with better interest rates - but are the rates good enough compared to other products?
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Barclays begins paying up to £100 compensation to customers after banking outage
Barclays will pay up to £7.5 million in compensation to customers after its banking services were disrupted by an IT outage
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Millions of cash ISA savers are missing out on hundreds of pounds
Billions of pounds are languishing in cash ISAs that pay an interest rate of 1.5% or less.
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Lloyds Banking Group to close more bank branches - full list
Lloyds Banking Group will close almost 300 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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Car tax rules are changing: what are the new vehicle excise duty rates?
The rules around vehicle excise duty changed this April. What are they, and how are they going to affect you?
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Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff?
After the Ofgem energy price cap rose by a staggering 6.4% in April, is now the time to look for a fixed energy tariff? We check out the latest gas and electricity deals
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
In its latest forecast, the Bank of England said UK inflation could rise later this year. Is this a cause for concern?
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Late payment tax penalties rise - how much more could you pay?
The chancellor announced a hike to penalties for late tax returns in her Spring Statement as she scrambles to raise an extra £1 billion a year. Here’s what you need to know
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Revealed: the new £1 million UK postcodes
We look at some of the priciest parts of the UK, where properties are selling for £1 million or more
