Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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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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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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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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How much money do I need to retire comfortably?
We look how much it costs to enjoy a comfortable retirement lifestyle 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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City watchdog warning: wealthy savers hold too much cash
Damning FCA reports finds wealthy savers are holding £10,000 or more in cash, but should invest instead or risk stagnated returns.
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DWP identifies £450m of state pension underpayments – are you owed money?
News We have the latest details of the government's investigation into underpaid state pensions following admin errors.
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225,000 savers cashed out their pension savings last year – what are the risks of a retirement raid?
Pension savers have more flexibility on how to access their retirement pot but there are risks if you make the wrong decision
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Revealed: The cost of running the Bank of Mum and Dad
Parents of children buying homes in certain parts of the country will need to spend significantly more to help their kids onto the property ladder
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Bond fund inflows crash but equity investors 'buy the dip' amid Trump tariffs
Investors have been reacting after Trump's tariffs rattled the stock market in April
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Thousands of energy customers get refund after overcharging error – how much could you be owed?
An Ofgem review has found 34,000 energy customers were mistakenly charged more than the price cap
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New EPC rules for landlords: how much will it cost to upgrade your property to make it more energy efficient by 2030?
A government consultation on ensuring all rental properties have a minimum EPC rating of C ended this month. If you're landlord, you have have until 2030 to update your rental property, but may want to act now as costs could run into thousands.
