Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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HMRC rewarded tax informants with £850,000 as record fraud tip-offs sent to taxman last year
The taxman was tipped off about 164,670 cases of alleged fraud last year, but total rewards given to snoops fell in the 2024/5 tax year.
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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. When is the discount paid, and who is eligible?
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Top commuter towns in the UK – is yours on the list?
Living in a city can be a good move for your career, salary, and personal life. But high house prices and hubbub can make commuting to work from a town close by more appealing. We look at the top commuter towns in the UK.
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How much does air conditioning in the UK cost?
One of the best ways to escape the heat in your home is installing air conditioning – but how much does it cost to install and run it?
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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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Smart meter rules shake-up: why providers may be forced to pay you compensation over poor service and installation
Consumers facing delays or faults with their smart meter could find it easier to claim compensation as Ofgem lays out new rules to improve standards.
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Is your job title increasing your car insurance costs?
When it comes to the cost of your car insurance, job titles matter. We reveal the ones that could potentially add hundreds to the cost of your policy
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Renters lose confidence in UK housing market as mortgage and rent spending increases
Renters are being squeezed by rising bills, resulting in a loss of confidence in the housing market.
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Average savings by age: How much should I have in savings?
We look at how much you should aim to have in your savings at every decade of your life, and how you can go about achieving this.
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Average earnings by region – how does your income compare?
There are significant regional differences when it comes to how much the average worker earns. We explore the data and reveal where in the UK average earnings are highest.
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Top buy-to-let hotspots in the UK as lending surges by almost 40%
Buy-to-lets have become less and less attractive in the last few years, but there are still some areas where landlords can realise rental yields of over 10%. We look at the UK’s buy-to-let hotspots.
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NS&I raises interest rates on two savings accounts – how do they compare?
Savers will welcome a rise to NS&I’s fixed-term offerings after an interest cut on longer-dated bonds in early July. How do the increased rates compare to the rest of the market?
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Inheritance tax bills exceed £500,000 for almost 10% of estates
Thousands of estates have had to pay a six figure inheritance tax bill – and the issue looks set to worsen.
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Rightmove: Average asking prices see biggest July slump in over 20 years
The average asking price of a property in the UK fell by 1.2% in July as summer sellers are embracing competitive pricing to attract buyers.
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How valuable is my no claims bonus - and should I protect my no claims discount?
Your no claims bonus can heavily reduce your car insurance premiums, but when is it no longer worth protecting?
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1,000 children hold over £100,000 in a junior ISA – how to grow tax-free nest egg for your child
Junior ISAs can be a tax-efficient way to grow a nest egg for your child. We explain how they work
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Which UK region has the most in savings? Average savings by area
The amount people have in their savings differs from region to region in the UK. From overall savings to cash ISAs, how does your nest egg compare to those living nearby?
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Chase axes boosted rate for easy access savers – what are the alternatives?
Chase has stopped offering a boosted interest rate on its easy access savings account. We look at where else you can put your money.
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Will Rachel Reeves impose a £5,000 cash ISA limit?
The chancellor has delayed plans to cut the cash ISA limit, but the reform is still reportedly on the table. We look at why, and what it could mean for your savings.
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Reeves delays cash ISA reform, but savers are not out of the woods yet
The chancellor has reportedly delayed plans to cut the cash ISA limit, which were set to be announced at Mansion House on 15 July, and will take more time to consult with the industry
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Most common ways that home insurance doesn't pay out: how to protect yourself
In a time of crisis, you want to be certain that your insurance policy will pay out. But there are five common ways that home insurance can be invalidated. We look at each, and examine how to ensure sure you’re protected.
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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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Reducing cash ISA limit will make lending difficult and expensive, warn providers
An open letter from the Building Societies Association has urged the chancellor to keep the cash ISA limit at £20,000. We look at whether a smaller cash ISA allowance will make it harder to get a mortgage or loan
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Revolut launches its first stocks and shares ISA with BlackRock and Vanguard ETFs
A year after getting its UK banking licence, Revolut is now launching its first stocks and shares ISA with a suite of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from BlackRock and Vanguard.
