Oojal Dhanjal
Oojal has a background in consumer journalism and is interested in helping people make the most of their money. Oojal has an MA in international journalism from Cardiff University, and before joining MoneyWeek, she worked for Look After My Bills, a personal finance website, where she covered guides on household bills and money-saving deals. Her bylines can be found on Newsquest, Voice Wales, DIVA and Sony Music, and she has explored subjects ranging from luxury real estate to the cost of living, politics and LGBTQIA+ issues. Outside of work, Oojal enjoys travelling, going to the movies and learning Spanish with a little green owl.
Latest articles by Oojal Dhanjal
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How to choose travel insurance
Finding a good travel insurance policy is vital for holidaymakers to avoid getting stung by unexpected costs. We look at how to choose the right cover.
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Best and worst UK banks for online banking revealed
When it comes to keeping your money safe, not all banks are equal. We reveal the best and worst banks for online banking when it comes to protecting your money from scams
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Revealed: Best buy-to-let property hotspots in the UK
Looking for the best buy-to-let property locations in the UK? We reveal the top 10 postcodes with the strongest rental returns
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British Airways revamps Avios scheme bringing down flight prices to £1
With the new Avios part-payments scheme you can now bag a British Airways flight for as little as £1
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Top 10 most affordable places for first time buyers
Looking to get onto the property ladder? We reveal the top 10 most affordable places in the UK to buy a house
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Barclays warns of significant rise in social media investment scams
Investment scam victims are losing an average £14k, with 61% of those falling for one over social media. Here's how to spot one and keep your money safe
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Scottish Power to pay out £1.5m in energy bill compensation for overcharging
Scottish Power has agreed to a compensation package of £1.5 million after the energy supplier wrongly overcharged nearly 1,700 customers
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Amex hikes fee on BA cards and makes changes to companion voucher scheme
American Express has raised the spending requirements for its popular British Airways credit card. Do the perks outweigh the costs?
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How to cut high overdraft charges
Overdraft charges cost 9.7 million Brits a staggering £1.4billion each year, new data reveals. We look at how much you could be overpaying and how to avoid high interest
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Retirees receive £119,000 less in pension savings than expected
UK retirees are facing smaller pension pots than expected, with more than half of adults regretting not having started saving earlier in their careers
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Non-essential consumer spending falls to lowest levels since September 2022
Consumer spending hit an 18-month low in March amid spike in housing costs and damp weather, Barclays reveals
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How to prepare for the new tax year 2024/25 - from tax codes to child benefit
Here are some ways you can brace for the new tax year and maximise your savings.
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How to avoid online purchase scams
Online purchase scams are on the rise, warn Santander and Gumtree. But how do these marketplace scams work and how can you stay safe?
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Copycat banking websites on the rise - how to spot one
Over 2,000 banking copycat websites were reported as phishing scams in 2023, according to Which? But how do you know if the banking site you're about to use is real?
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Top 10 most expensive house names in the UK
Thinking of naming your property? We reveal the top 10 most expensive house names in the UK and the price tags they come with
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HMRC reverses decision to shut down self-assessment helpline
HMRC has taken a U-turn on closing down its self-assessment helpline between April and September, following backlash
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What is Islamic finance?
Sharia-compliant or Islamic finance banks regularly offer great rates for savers, but how do they differ from Western banks?
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How much will my council tax bill increase? 2024 Bands and discounts explained
Council tax bills are set for above-inflation increases. We've rounded up the changes across England, Scotland and Wales.
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Council tax crackdown on long-term empty homes from 1 April – how much more will you pay?
If you have a second property left empty for 12 months, you could face a double council tax charge from April
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Amex launches £25 cashback boost on spending for new customers
American Express has boosted cashback offers on its Platinum and Gold cards but act fast as these deals are only available for a limited period
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Most common Amazon scams to avoid
Scammers use every trick in the book to convince you that a phone call or message is genuinely from Amazon. Here are some common attempts doing the rounds.
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Lloyds Bank issues romance scam warning - how to avoid it
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, romance fraudsters are not only breaking hearts but also bank balances. And it's often men that are most affected.
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Nationwide slashes best buy 8% regular saver- what's the next best rate?
Nationwide has dropped the rate on its long-standing top 8% regular saver. What are the next best savings rates on the market?
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