Ruth Emery
Ruth is an award-winning financial journalist with more than 15 years' experience of working on national newspapers, websites and specialist magazines.
She is passionate about helping people feel more confident about their finances. She was previously editor of Times Money Mentor, and prior to that was deputy Money editor at The Sunday Times.
A multi-award winning journalist, Ruth started her career on a pensions magazine at the FT Group, and has also worked at Money Observer and Money Advice Service.
Outside of work, she is a mum to two young children, while also serving as a magistrate and an NHS volunteer.
Latest articles by Ruth Emery
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Is now a good time to sell a house?
Tips We explore if now is a good time to sell a house as mortgage rates fall and the housing market picks up - could you be out and into your new home by Christmas?
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What is the 25% pension tax-free cash - and when should you take it?
The 25% tax-free cash that savers can take from their pension pots got plenty of airtime in the run-up to the Autumn Budget, with speculation that it could be cut or axed. But, what is it and how does it work?
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50,000 power of attorney applications rejected – how to avoid common mistakes
A freedom of information request shows that thousands of lasting power of attorney (LPA) applications are rejected due to errors. We explain how to avoid mistakes and reveal tips to make the process as straightforward as possible
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Will energy prices fall in 2025?
Energy prices have risen as a result of the new Ofgem energy price cap. But what will happen to gas and electricity bills in 2025?
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What is the Mansion House speech - and why does it matter to you?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her first Mansion House speech. We look at what was announced and how it could affect your finances
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Mansion House speech: Rachel Reeves to create “pension megafunds” to boost UK growth
The chancellor used her maiden Mansion House speech to unveil what she calls the "biggest pension reform in decades". How will her plans affect your retirement savings?
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Number of ISA millionaires jumps to 4,850
The number of ISA millionaires has surged to more than 4,000 - what does it take to hit the seven-figure sum?
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Will mortgage rates fall further this year?
Advice Mortgage rates have risen following the Autumn Budget. Are interest rates still forecast to drop this year, and what does it mean for UK mortgage rates?
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RICS: Property sales rise as interest rates fall and stamp duty hike looms
Estate agents are feeling bullish about the market, with house prices forecast to rise over the next three months. But difficulties continue to mount for renters
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Pensioners to pay “retirement tax” within three years, according to state pension forecasts
The state pension is set to reach £12,592 by 2027, meaning it will exceed the tax-free personal allowance. We look at the latest forecasts, and how frozen tax thresholds affect retirees
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
Advice Is now a good time to buy a house? That’s something many people might be asking amid lower house price growth and relatively cheaper mortgage rates.
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Annuity rates hold steady despite rate cut - is now a good time to buy an annuity?
Advice Annuities have offered pension savers good value for money due to rising interest rates. Should you buy an annuity now ahead of potential interest rate cuts?
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Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75% – MPC meeting
Reporting from the Monetary Policy Committee November meeting. Full coverage, as it happened, from the team at MoneyWeek.
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How to claim compensation for travel delays – what are your rights?
We explain how to claim compensation for travel delays after 10,000 British Airways passengers were affected by flight cancellations last week.
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Pensions face “double tax” due to inheritance tax change - what are your options?
The chancellor’s Budget announcement that pensions will be liable for inheritance tax from April 2027 will have big implications for many people’s retirement plans. We look at what to do now to avoid a huge tax bill
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House prices hit record high, says Halifax
UK house prices rose 3.9% over the past year, with a typical property now costing £293,999. We look at which regions are seeing the strongest growth, and whether the rally in house prices will continue next year
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Hargreaves Lansdown takeover: what it means for your money
Britain’s biggest investment platform has agreed a £5.4 billion takeover. What does it mean for shareholders and customers?
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How are Premium Bond prize winners notified – and who is Agent Million?
How are Premium Bond winners notified, how do the winnings get paid and who is NS&I's Agent Million?
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Autumn Budget 2024: Pensions and Aim shares to be taxed in IHT crackdown
The chancellor has announced that pension pots will be liable for inheritance tax from 2027, while Aim shares will be hit a year earlier. Critics call the measures a “blow for savers”
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Autumn Budget 2024: State pension and Pension Credit to rise 4.1% in April
The chancellor has confirmed that the state pension will increase in line with the triple lock, meaning the full payout will jump by £470 a year. We have all the details of how much the payments will be worth
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, EDF: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?
Which energy firms are the best and worst for customer service? Citizens Advice has ranked them and reveals that customer service ratings across the industry are among “lowest ever”
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Cash ISA subscriptions surge - but will the chancellor cap ISA benefits in the Budget?
Savers are rushing to open a cash ISA to protect themselves from any tax threats in the Autumn Budget. Could the chancellor target ISAs on 30 October?
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Pension moves you should make before Labour’s Budget raid
Savers are maxing out their pension contributions while retirees are grabbing their tax-free cash amid fears of a tax raid in the Autumn Budget. We look at what you can do to prepare
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Best investing apps
Looking for an easy-to-use app to help you start investing, keep track of your portfolio or make trades on the go? We round up the best investing apps
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