Latest articles by Daniel Hilton
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Average savings by age: How much should I have in savings?
We look at how much the average person has in their savings at each stage of life, and how much you should be stashing away to keep pace.
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New electric car grant worth up to £3,750 expanded and extended until 2030 – how does it work?
Four new electric car models will become cheaper after the UK’s electric car grant was expanded. Here’s how the grant works and who can get it.
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Nationwide: House price growth slows but market remained resilient despite Budget worries
The average price of a house in the UK was £272,998 in November, as annual house price growth slowed to just 1.8%, Nationwide said.
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What to do with old £1 coins
The old one pound coin was demonetised in 2017, but there are still millions out there in the UK. Here’s what to do if you find an old £1.
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What is fiscal drag? How you could protect your money from the taxman
The freeze on income tax thresholds has been extended until the 2030/31 tax year, forcing millions into paying more tax as their wages rise with inflation. What is fiscal drag, and how can you protect your money from it?
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Electric vehicle drivers to be charged new per mile tax
Electric vehicle drivers will be forced to pay a 3p per mile tax, as taxation will be brought closer in line with petrol and diesel cars
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Rachel Reeves’s Autumn Budget: what was announced?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a slew of tax hikes and new measures in her second Autumn Budget. We look at what she said, and how it will affect you.
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Millions at risk of 'unnecessary' tax bill – how to shield your savings
Millions of Brits could be taxed on their savings interest this year as their savings interest exceeds the personal savings allowance. Are you at risk?
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When is the Autumn Budget and what should you expect?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her second Autumn Budget next week – but what exactly does the fiscal event involve?
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Will Rachel Reeves slash cash ISA limit to £12,000?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is said to be considering slashing the cash ISA allowance in the Autumn Budget but critics are warning against the idea. What could be announced, and what does it mean for you?
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Parents turn to Junior ISAs pre-Budget – how JISAs could reduce inheritance tax bills
Rumours of Budget tax hikes have spurred more parents to open Junior ISAs for their children and grandchildren, data suggests. How can they be used to reduce an inheritance tax bill?
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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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Nationwide promises to protect all its branches from closures until at least 2030
The building society has extended its pledge to keep all high street Nationwide and Virgin Money branches open, now until at least 2030.
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How to get free shares worth hundreds of pounds
One of the best ways to build long-term wealth is by investing. We look at how you can start... and get a free share while you’re at it.
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UK interest rates: MPC holds rates at 4%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has held UK interest rates at 4%. What does it mean for your money?
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How do Premium Bonds work?
NS&I’s Premium Bonds operate differently from typical savings accounts. We look at how they work.
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How to shield your money as Reeves refuses to rule out income tax hikes and warns of ‘necessary choices’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves appeared to lay the groundwork for higher taxes in the Autumn Budget on Tuesday morning and refused to stand by her manifesto pledge not to increase income tax.
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How do ISA millionaires invest – and could you become one by 2032?
ISA millionaires invest regularly and early, with a preference for active funds. We reveal the top funds they invested in – and how much you would already need in your portfolio to join the club by 2032.
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Brits leave £31.6 billion in savings accounts paying 1% interest or less – do you need to switch?
Eight million Brits hold money in savings accounts that pay 1% interest or less, meaning the value of their cash is being eroded by inflation.
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overcharged
Thousands of retirees recovered more than £48.5 million in overpaid tax from flexible pension withdrawals in the third quarter of 2025. Are you due a pension tax refund?
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Ofgem could write off £500 million of energy debt for 195,000 households – would you be eligible?
Energy debt costs the average billpayer on the Ofgem price cap £52 a year.
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Reeves urged to axe stamp duty from UK shares held in an ISA
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering axing stamp duty from UK shares held in stocks and shares ISAs. What could it mean for your portfolio?
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Zoopla: House sales fall for first time in two years as buyers wait for Autumn Budget
The average price of a house in September was £270,000, down £1,000 from August as the housing market’s Christmas slowdown came early, Zoopla says
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How to gift Premium Bonds
Could Premium Bonds be the gift that keeps on giving? We look at how to buy them for a child.
