Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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New Zopa Bank Biscuit current account offers 7.1% regular saver – how tasty is it?
Zopa Bank has entered the current account market with a tantalising regular saver. How does the interest rate compare to the rest of the market?
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Pensions guide: the different types of pensions you need to know about
Tutorials Our pensions guide explains the different ways you can save for your retirement
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Pension transfers are taking longer – is it worth moving your retirement savings?
Pension transfer times have increased over the past year but it may be worth the wait for lower fees and less paperwork.
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You're ten years from retirement: how to retire comfortably
Retirement costs are rising and it is important to plan ahead for your golden years. We look at what steps to take if you are 10 years away from retirement.
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Inheritance tax receipts rise by 7% – how to cut your bill
Rising house prices and frozen tax thresholds continue to push inheritance tax bills up and receipts are only likely to rise further
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Will the National Housing Bank help the housing market?
The government claims its ‘housing bank’ will fund the building of 500,000 homes. Here is what you need to know
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Should the income protection age cap be lifted?
You can only get income protection cover if you are below age 59. With people now working for longer, should the limit be raised?
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'I have been freelance for almost a decade. Here are my 6 tips for pension saving'
Leaving the safety of a monthly wage and going self-employed can be scary so why should you prioritise your pension?
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Will chancellor Rachel Reeves reverse non-dom inheritance tax changes?
The end of the non-dom tax regime is already causing a UK wealth exodus, data suggests, but chancellor Rachel Reeves may make changes to soften the blow of reforms
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Rightmove: UK asking prices drop as market adjusts to higher stamp duty costs
Sellers are coming to market with lower asking prices to attract buyers amid a glut of supply
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Is a £250,000 pension pot enough to retire on?
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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Starling Bank to use AI to help you with your money - how will it work?
Starling Bank is using AI to show customers how their daily spending is impacting their bank balance, we analyse if the tool is offering anything new and if it can improve your finances.
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The equity release market is on the rise again with double digit growth. Should you unlock cash from your property?
Industry data shows new lifetime mortgages up 11% in a year, but experts warn of the downsides. Is it worth unlocking cash from your home?
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The 4% pension rule to retire comfortably
Are you wondering when the best time is to retire, and how much you should take from your pension pot? We explain how the 4% rule could help you retire comfortably
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Fund flows rose in April but did investors sell in May?
ISA season prompted the highest level of inflows into investment funds during April but the mood may have changed in May
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A comfortable retirement will now cost you £800 more a year – how much will you need?
The cost of a moderate and comfortable retirement has increased. We look how much it costs to retire comfortably and and how to get there
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How grandparents could boost their state pension by up to £6,600
Grandparents may be able to earn extra National Insurance credits and boost their state pension entitlement by looking after their grandchildren, such as during the school holidays. Here’s what you need to know
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Wonderwallets: UK set for £1 billion boost from Oasis reunion tour
Music fans are expected to Roll With It when it comes to spending their cash on Oasis this summer, which could be good news for the UK economy
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5 travel stocks to buy ahead of the busy summer holiday period
Tips It may be getting more expensive to go on holiday but you can at least try to make some money back by investing in the travel sector
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One million pensioners are now higher rate taxpayers and it's not just income tax to worry about
Rising state pension payments have pushed more people into higher tax brackets but this could also affect other areas of your finances
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7 ways to save money when booking a luxury cruise
The cost of booking a cruise has nearly doubled compared with pre-pandemic levels. Try these top tips to cut the costs and still enjoy luxury at sea
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Rightmove: UK asking prices hit record high but Britain enters buyers market
Rightmove's latest HPI report shows higher property taxes stifling the spring selling season meaning we're entering a buyers' market.
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Inheritance tax reforms: government urged to rethink curbs on rural reliefs
MPs want the government to delay changes to inheritance rax reliefs for farmers
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5 ways to invest like Warren Buffett
Features Susan McDonald, chairman of Calculus Capital, tells MoneyWeek where she'd put her money now.
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