Latest articles by Kalpana Fitzpatrick
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State pension errors for mothers - thousands of cases remain unreviewed with underpayments exceeding £500 million
The DWP has made little progress reviewing state pension errors affecting mothers - with only 0.25% of the 194,000 cases looked at. Could you be owed money?
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Scottish Mortgage: why we’re turning to private companies and China for exceptional returns
When it comes to delivering growth, Scottish Mortgage will stop at no end in its hunt for exceptional long-term returns - this includes China, unicorn companies and sectors such as space exploration
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GTA 6 release date confirmed: Is it game on for the Take Two Interactive Software stock?
TTwo’s earnings report in February stated that GTA 6 will be released in autumn 2025, but it is now confirmed the game will officially launch in 2026. Gaming stocks suffered after the pandemic, but is now the time to cash in on what could be a gaming boom in 2026?
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Watch out for fake Steven Bartlett video – you could lose thousands
Scammers are trying to tap into the Trump tariffs chaos with fake stock tips. Knowing what to look out for could save you thousands of pounds, says Kalpana Fitzpatrick
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange old notes and coins
Paper £20 notes and £50 are no longer legal tender. We explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes and where you can exchange them
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How to manage money: the 4 rules you need to live by to be wealthier
From pensions and investing to everyday money management – these four money rules could leave you better off – and everyone can start using them now, says Kalpana Fitzpatrick
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How to pick an investment platform for your ISA
Advice Investment platforms, commonly known as fund supermarkets, let you buy, sell and hold funds, stocks and trusts. But how do you pick the right one and what should you look out for?
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Stock market turmoil: ‘Should I move money out of investments and into cash instead?’
As global stock markets go into turmoil over Trump tariffs, you may be wondering if your money is safe or whether you should sell your shares and move to the so-called safety net of cash accounts
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ISA reforms on the horizon, but will cash savers lose out?
Cash ISAs are safe for now from any cuts, but the push for investing in stocks and shares is almost certainly coming and could be announced in the Autumn Budget
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The male pay gap: are boys victims of inattentional blindness?
Opinion Are we discriminating against men and leaving a generation of boys behind when it comes to pay, education and employment?
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Would capping cash ISAs help close the gender investment gap?
Opinion If cash ISAs are capped, will more women will start investing? Kalpana Fitzpatrick looks at why women don't invest as much as men and what could help them start
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Should you get your child a Junior ISA?
Opinion Junior ISA may seem like the obvious choice when saving for your child, but it's not for everyone. Here’s you why you may want to rethink getting one
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Reeves’s cash ISA raid: do cash hoarders deserve a tax break?
Opinion Rachel Reeves is desperate for her plan for economic growth to work - but meddling with the tax benefits of cash ISAs is simply a step too far, says Kalpana Fitzpatrick
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Review: Seaham Hall – a relaxing retreat by the sea
MoneyWeek Travel Seaham Hall in County Durham is perfect place to unwind, says Kalpana Fitzpatrick.
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'I can't afford to pay my tax bill, what help can I get from HMRC?'
Millions are due to file their tax return this Friday as the self-assessment deadline closes. Though the nightmare is not over until you pay the taxman what you owe - or face a penalty. But what happens if you can't afford to pay HMRC your tax bill, and what is "Time to Pay"?
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What really happens when your phone is snatched
MoneyWeek exclusive A reader tells MoneyWeek how phone snatchers stole thousands from his investment account and went on a spending spree with his credit card.
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Starling Bank under fire after customers rejected for new savings account
MoneyWeek investigates why some Starling Bank customers are being rejected for its recently launched easy-access savings account
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Will Fundsmith Equity's underperformance give investors jitters?
Kalpana Fitzpatrick looks at why Fundsmith Equity's setback is possibly just a blip in an otherwise strong portfolio
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Should your children inherit your wealth?
We want our children to be financially comfortable, but should they inherit all your wealth? Kalpana Fitzpatrick looks at what to consider before gifting your wealth away
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The MoneyWeek Christmas Charity Appeal: who are we supporting and how to donate
This year MoneyWeek is supporting YoungMinds, tackling mental health for children and young people. Here’s why we are partnering with YoungMinds and how you can help.
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How to check your council tax band
Tips Thousands of homeowners continue to overpay for council tax because they are on wrong band. We look at how to check your council tax band and whether you could save thousands with a few simple steps
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US election: Trump is back - what does it mean for your money?
Trump is back, but what does his election victory mean for your money and which stocks are tipped to do well?
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Autumn Budget 2024: updates and full analysis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered Labour’s first Budget in almost 15 years on 30 October. Full coverage as it happened from the team at MoneyWeek.
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A Budget for recovery and growth - but who will foot the bill?
Rachel Reeves wants to plug the £22 billion black hole that Labour says it inherited from the Conservatives. Will today’s Budget do that and who will pay for it?
