Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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Halifax: pre-Budget and stamp duty rush pushes house prices to new record high
The latest Halifax House Price Index shows average house prices are approaching £300,000 despite the typically-quieter period
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Farmer fury – why are rural groups protesting against Autumn Budget inheritance tax changes?
Farmers are protesting against restrictions on agricultural property relief – here is how the changes affect rural communities and land investors
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What Keir Starmer's ‘Plan for Change’ means for you - six milestones explained
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set out six milestones that the public can judge the government by - we reveal Labour's top policy targets
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Will a Santa Rally bring festive cheer to investor portfolios this year?
Investors will be hoping for a seasonal stock market boost in December
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Tax hikes push wealthy individuals to exit the UK – what are the risks of relocating?
Research suggests a wealth exodus may be taking place due to higher taxes under the Labour government
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Self-assessment tax scam warnings raised ahead of tax return deadline
Self-assessment tax scams are on the rise according to HMRC. We look at the common scams and how to safeguard yourself
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How much does it cost to move home under the Labour government?
Home-moving costs are rising and could get more expensive once stamp duty thresholds drop in April 2025
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When will the Labour government reform the leasehold system?
Homeowners are still waiting for the controversial leasehold system to be reformed but are now facing more delays with at least seven new consultations
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The 4% pension rule to retire comfortably
Wondering when the best time is to retire, and how much to take from your pension pot? We explain how the 4% rule could help you retire comfortably.
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Inheritance tax receipts jump 11% even before Autumn Budget overhaul
Official figures show inheritance tax receipts are rising even before the chancellor’s changes to reliefs
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Collectable investments: 10 vinyls worth up to £10,000 as Oasis tour drives record resurgence - is one in your collection?
News Vinyl is experiencing a resurgence and collectors will pay up to £10,000 for some albums - is it time to dust off your old records?
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Rightmove: Autumn Budget pushed down asking prices but values will rise in 2025
Asking prices dipped by more than usual in October amid fears of tax rises
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Most affordable towns to buy a home in the UK
Zoopla research reveals parts of the UK where house price-to-earnings ratios are better for buyer budgets
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How to get the best travel money rates
We find the best travel money rates so you can make the most of your trips without denting your wallet.
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What retirement income can you get with a £250K pension pot?
Advice What would your retirement income be with a £250K pension pot? Knowing how much you can get makes it easier to plan for your golden years.
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Metro Bank fined £16.7 million for financial crime failings
The Financial Conduct Authority issued a penalty to Metro Bank after its systems failed to spot potentially suspicious customer accounts
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Five months left to top up your state pension – should you buy National Insurance credits?
News Older workers have until 5 April 2025 to make a backdated claim for NI credits to 2006/2007 that could boost their state pension income
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Investors withdrew record amounts from equity funds ahead of Budget tax grab – is now a good time to back Britain?
UK equity funds took the brunt of investor withdrawals ahead of the Autumn Budget
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Autumn Budget 2024: chancellor scraps high income child benefit reforms
Plans to move child benefit eligibility to a household income system have been shelved
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4 money moves to make post Budget
Capital gains tax has increased and inheritance tax perks are being reduced – here is how to bypass the Budget tax rises
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Autumn Budget 2024: capital gains tax raised from today
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has increased capital gains tax in her first fiscal statement - here is what it means for you
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Autumn Budget 2024: which taxes are going up?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled £40 billion worth of tax hikes - here is what the Budget means for your finances
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HMRC paper self-assessment deadline approaches – should you file your tax return by post?
Advice Most people file their tax return online but there are benefits to completing your self-assessment forms by post
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Autumn Budget - who does Labour define as 'working people?'
Keir Starmer has promised that working people will be protected from harsh tax rises in the Autumn Budget but he is struggling to define who that includes
