Latest articles by John Fitzsimons
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State pension fund ‘to run dry’ in 20 years ‒ will you get one?
Spending on state benefits, including the state pension, are set to escalate in the years ahead, calling into question how sustainable the pension is in its current form
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Slash the cost of your next holiday with Avios points
Miscellaneous Avios points can cut the cost of travelling - we explain how using the right credit card and bank account can help you quickly build up thousands of Avios points.
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Inflation unchanged ‒ what it means for you
Inflation did not increase as expected in January; what does this mean for your money?
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Deadline warning for easyJet Covid vouchers
Holidaymakers only have a matter of days to cash in vouchers issued by easyjet and other airlines as a result of cancelled flights during the pandemic
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New law to tackle ‘hidden pricing’ ‒ will it protect your money?
Government pledges to crack down on issues of hidden pricing and fake reviews in order to protect shoppers.
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The best business bank accounts
Advice A crucial element of running any business is ensuring you select the right bank account. We’ve rounded up the best business bank accounts to help you make the right decision.
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Pensions boost for parents - new measures could help you get back £1,000s
Parents who opted out of receiving child benefit because of the High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge face getting a lower state pension - but a new fix means you’ll soon be able to plug the gap and it could be worth thousands
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Inflation in surprise rise ‒ what it means for you
What does the unexpected increase in inflation for December 2023 mean for your money?
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Self-assessment: don’t miss the deadline for online tax returns
Advice If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings, investments or dividends, you may need to complete a tax return - and you only have until the end of January to do so.
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Revealed: the most expensive streets in the UK in 2023
Study highlights the streets where you may have to pay an average of £20 million in order to purchase a house.
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ONS ‒ house price falls accelerating
House prices dropped on both monthly and annual basis, according to government’s own house price data.
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Christmas shopping scams warning - how to protect your money
This month is the busiest of the year for online shopping - but it’s also when scammers are working harder. Here’s how to keep your money safe.
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FCA: Banks are still short-changing savers
The latest FCA review finds that while public shaming has encouraged providers into offering better deals on savings, many of those with closed accounts are still being shortchanged.
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The happiest places to live in Great Britain
Looking to buy your next property? We reveal the happiest places to live in
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The 30 house price hotspots
While we have seen house prices sliding, these sought-after locations have seen prices jump by at least 5% over the previous 12 months
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Autumn Statement: taxes reformed for self-employed workers
Changes to National Insurance contributions will mean reduced tax bills for the self employed.
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Autumn Statement: state pension to jump 8.5% from April as triple lock is honoured
Pensioners will see a second straight large hike to state pension payments, going up 8.5% next year under the triple lock system
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Warning over negative equity spike: how to protect yourself
News A think tank forecasts a substantial rise in the number of households entering negative equity, we explain what this could mean for you and how to prepare
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Inflation falls sharply - the lowest level since 2021
New figures show inflation slowed faster than expected in October, suggesting an end to base rate rises for some time. What does the drop mean and what is driving the fall?
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November NS&I Premium Bonds winners - check now to see what you won
If you have money saved in NS&I Premium Bonds you can now check to see whether you have won a prize in the November prize draw. Here’s how to check your Premium Bonds.
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Fraudsters stole more than £500 million in first half of the year
Huge sums are being stolen by fraudsters every year. We outline the most common scams and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Will a water meter save you money?
Features If you’re looking to keep your water bill as low as possible, then you may be considering moving to a water meter. But will doing so mean you are better off?
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I wish I knew what an emerging market was, but I’m too embarrassed to ask
Videos Emerging market is a phrase many investors will have heard, but do you know what it means?
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Investment platforms rapped over low interest offered on cash holdings
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) threatens action against investment platforms paying poor rates on cash balances
