
Marc Shoffman
Marc Shoffman is an award-winning freelance journalist specialising in business, personal finance and property. His work has appeared in print and online publications ranging from FT Business to The Times, Mail on Sunday and the i newspaper. He also co-presents the In For A Penny financial planning podcast.
Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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FCA hands out £46 million in fines over Woodford fund failures
A campaign group is calling for former fund manager Neil Woodford to forfeit his CBE, after the regulator found he had made “unreasonable and inappropriate investment decisions"
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Date set for company directors to face new ID checks – how to avoid paying hundreds on verification
Company directors could end up paying hundreds of pounds to comply with new identity checks but it is possible to do so without paying a penny
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The best UK shares and funds as FTSE 100 hits new highs
Investors are benefiting as the FTSE 100 hits record highs - here are the best performing shares and funds so far this year
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More borrowers are taking marathon mortgages that will last into retirement – how risky are they?
Quilter has uncovered a 251% increase in the number of borrowers taking out longer loan terms but the wealth manager suggests this isn't necessarily a bad thing. We examine the risks
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Renters' Rights Bill: how landmark reforms to end no-fault evictions will affect you
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
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The top UK dividend stocks as payouts come under pressure
Dividend payouts dropped in the second quarter due to exchange rate and economic pressures
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Spain travel rules clarified after insurance confusion
Rumours of fines for tourists without travel insurance in Spain have been quashed but it is still important to get cover
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What is driving car insurance premium hikes?
Claim costs rather than insurer profits that are pushing up car insurance premiums, the City watchdog finds
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7 pension mistakes to avoid before you retire
These are the 7 pensions mistakes you could be making - and how to avoid them
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How to complain about your financial services provider
News Regulators are considering changing how large volumes of complaints are dealt with amid a surge in issues. Here is how to complain if you are unhappy with a financial product or service
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How the government’s latest leasehold reforms will help you
The government is currently seeking views on service charge transparency and replacing leasehold ownership with commonhold but a legal case could hold up reforms. Here is what you need to know
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The Treasury and the FCA want you to invest more – what the Leeds Reforms mean for your money
An overhaul of regulations and capital market rules by the Treasury and Financial Conduct Authority aim to boost retail investment. We explain what it means for you
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Saving for retirement: ISAs vs. SIPPs
Features SIPPs offer more generous tax breaks overall, but ISAs are more flexible. So, which is better for your retirement?
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Bitcoin hits new high - should you invest in the cryptocurrency?
The Bitcoin price has hit a record high of $112,000 as investor interest grows, but it remains a risky asset
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RICS: homebuyers are returning after stamp duty shock
The housing market has been subdued since stamp duty thresholds dropped in April, but there are signs of a recovery
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The rich are leaving the UK due to high taxes. Where the wealthy are going
Feature Record numbers of millionaires are fleeing the UK as other countries such as Greece become more tax-friendly. We reveal the top destinations for migrating millionaires
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Fundsmith Equity Fund underperforms again - is Terry Smith still a winner?
The short-term returns of the Fundsmith Equity fund have been poor but it still seems to be delivering for investors
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Middle East tensions caused fund flow pause in June – where did investors put their money?
Investors remained cautious in June amid rising Middle East tensions but there was more of a pause than a panic for investment fund flows
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Is property investment still as safe as houses? Why golden era could be over
The golden era of property is over and investors are better off in the stock market, new research suggests
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The most popular ISA funds, stocks and investment trusts
As we enter the new tax year, we look at the most popular ISA funds, investment trusts and stocks over the past four months
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What is a robo-adviser and which is the best one for me?
“Robo-advisers” provide a middle ground between paying for financial advice and taking a DIY approach. Here is what’s available
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Tax return: HMRC’s payments on account deadline is approaching – here is why it is unfair for the self-employed
Self-assessment taxpayers have just under a week to pay the latest instalment of their tax return, but is the charge fair? Marc Shoffman explains why this is hurting self-employed people
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FCA reveals 'once in a generation' advice changes - what the reforms mean for you
Consumers to get free access to financial advice type help for pensions and investment following proposed changes from the regulator
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Side hustle tax: Do you owe HMRC money?
HMRC is urging side hustlers to check if they need to file a self assessment tax return
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