Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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How to boost your state pension by looking after the grandkids this summer
Advice Grandparents can earn extra National Insurance credits by providing summer childcare while schools are closed. Here is what you need to know.
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The cost of living crisis has even pushed up children’s pocket money – how much should you give?
Advice Parents are increasing how much pocket money they give their children due to the higher costs of goods and services. Here is what to consider when deciding your child’s allowance.
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How low EPC ratings can add thousands to your energy bill
News Analysis by Rightmove shows the difference a top energy performance certificate rating can make to your gas and electricity bills.
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US technology firm AOTI chooses UK instead of US for record Aim listing
News The health technology brand raised £35.1 million on the Alternative Investment Market in a boost for London’s listing credentials
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Energy performance certificates ‘riddled with inaccuracies,’ homeowners warned
News EPC errors could be harming a home’s energy rating and costing homeowners, consumer watchdog Which? has found
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Finfluencer crackdown: Love Island and Towie stars charged for promoting unauthorised trading schemes
News FCA charges a string of 'finfluencers' following an investigation into unauthorised trading scheme. We reveal the financial influencers who you should not take money advice from
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Hundreds of thousands of fixed-rate mortgages to expire by the general election – how to cope with rising costs
Feature The general election manifestos say little about mortgage support for homeowners, yet many will see their cheap deals end as the nation heads to the polls.
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Buying a property is cheaper than renting again – how much could you save?
News Zoopla research shows it is now 8% cheaper to buy than rent. We reveal the places where you can save more by getting on the property ladder.
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Rental growth hits 30 month low – does it still pay to be a landlord?
News Rental growth has almost halved over the past year and has fallen in some regions. We explain what this means for buy-to-let investors
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What India’s election result means for investors
Feature India has become a popular country for investors but will its unexpected election result hit investor appetite?
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Conservatives pledge to cut National Insurance again – how much could you save?
News A 2p reduction in National Insurance is a key feature of the Tory’s general election manifesto.
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Taxpayer stake in NatWest falls as retail share sale is delayed
News NatWest has purchased £1.24 billion of shares back from the Treasury as the general election has stalled plans for a retail offering. Here is how you can still buy NatWest shares
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How to make Tax Freedom Day come earlier and keep more of your money
News Research suggests Brits are working 161 days just to pay the taxman and it is getting worse. Here is how to reduce your tax bill
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How the general election could affect your pension and retirement income
There are plenty of pension reforms that could save the government money, we explore how the main political parties want to shake-up retirement savings
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Conservatives pledge to raise high income child benefit threshold – how much could you save?
News The high income child benefit charge threshold could be doubled to £120,000 if the Conservative Party wins the general election, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has pledged.
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ECB cuts interest rates for the first time in almost 5 years – will the Bank of England follow?
ECB cuts interest rates for the first time in almost 5 years – will the Bank of England follow?
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Could a delayed property purchase scupper your summer holiday?
Advice Around 370,000 property deals may be going through the conveyancing process this summer. We explain if a sale or purchase could disrupt your travel plans
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The end of the granny annexe? How scrapping multiple dwellings relief could affect your property portfolio
Advice Multiple dwellings relief has been abolished. Here is how it could hit the property market.
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Is a Conservative or Labour government better for the stock market?
Feature The policies of the new government after the general election could have a big impact on the stock market. Here is how the FTSE 350 has fared under previous prime ministers.
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How to know when it is time to sack your fund manager
Feature UK fund manager veteran Nick Train has apologised for the 'poor performance' of his Finsbury Growth & Income Trust. Here is how to check if his and other struggling portfolios get back on track?
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Nationwide: UK general election won’t hit property market as house prices bounce back
News The latest Nationwide House Price Index for May 2024 shows average prices rose on a monthly basis for the first time since February – is now a good time to buy a property?
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Investors are failing to use their shareholder voting rights - how to vote in upcoming investment trust AGMs
Tips Forget the general election, investors can already make their vote count in the coming weeks at company annual general meetings. Here is how you can have a say on your stocks.
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Zoopla: UK property supply hits eight-year high ahead of general election
News More homeowners are putting their properties up for sale but many are relisting after failing to find a buyer last year - is now a good time to buy?
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Leasehold reforms progress through Parliament but have they been watered down?
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act was one of the final pieces of legislation to pass through Parliament ahead of the general election
