Latest articles by Sam Walker
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CPI vs RPI inflation: what is the difference between ONS measures?
The Office for National Statistics calculates CPI, RPI and CPIH each month. What are they and what do they reveal about UK inflation?
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Should you get financial advice when organising care for an elderly relative?
A tiny proportion of over 45s get help planning elderly relatives’ care – but is financial advice worth the cost?
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Six reasons not to top up your state pension
A deadline to buy National Insurance credits and top up your state pension is fast approaching. Here’s why it may not be worth it for some people
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UK’s best and worst banks for current accounts revealed – the winners and losers
Monzo has been crowned the UK’s best bank for customer satisfaction, but which current account provider sits at the bottom of the list and how does your bank compare?
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How many ISAs can I have?
New ISA rules mean savers can open and pay into multiple ISAs of the same type. But is this change available to everyone? We look at how many ISAs you can have in the current tax year
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What are Avios-only flights and who is eligible?
Avios-only flights have proved incredibly popular since launching in 2023. We explain what they are, how they work and who qualifies
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ONS: UK economy grew by ‘lacklustre’ 0.1% in final quarter of 2025
The construction sector performed its worst in more than four years in the final quarter of 2025, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) GDP figures show
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Lloyds Banking Group bank branch closures: Which branches will shut in 2026 and 2027?
Lloyds Banking Group is closing more than 165 bank branches in 2026 and 2027. We look at the sites earmarked for closure.
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Watch out for Valentine’s Day scams – five common tactics to be aware of
Valentine’s Day is a prime opportunity for scammers to con you out of money – but there are ways to avoid being ensnared.
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Does bank switching affect your credit score? UK credit ratings explained
Bank switching bonuses are becoming increasingly popular, but can changing current accounts affect your credit score? We look at the pros and cons.
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NatWest to close 32 more bank branches – see the full list
NatWest is closing 32 branches in 2026 and 2027. Will your local area be affected?
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What house features do homebuyers look for? How to boost house price by £20k
When it comes to selling property, these house features are likely to seal the deal for prospective buyers
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Average pension pot by age
How does your pension pot compare to your peers? We delve into the data and reveal the average pension pot for different age groups
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Water bills set to rise by up to 13% – how much more will you pay from April?
Billpayers in England and Wales could have to pay up to £55 more per year for their water bills from this spring
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The coastal locations where properties are losing value
Property prices across a number of coastal hotspots plunged in 2025 - which areas are most affected?
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Santander to close 44 branches across the UK – full list of affected locations
Santander will cut its network to just 305 branches following the closures
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London house prices: Is the capital's property boom over?
Buyers and investors have always been drawn towards the capital’s property market. But as house prices stall, is the market as lucrative as it once was and are buyers and investors still interested?
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Ground rents to be capped at £250 a year – what does it mean for you?
The government has published draft legislation which would see ground rents capped at £250 per year for leaseholders. We examine what it means for homeowners and the housing market.
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NS&I cuts interest rates on two easy-access savings accounts – are they still worth it?
NS&I is to make further rate cuts on its savings accounts, just weeks after launching less attractive rates on fixed-term British Savings Bonds
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Hargreaves Lansdown shakes up fees in biggest change in 10 years – what does it mean for you?
Hargreaves Lansdown is lowering its headline fee from 0.45% to 0.35% – but not everyone will be happy with the new fee structure, it’s been suggested.
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Where homes are most likely to have risen in value in 2025 – is your area on the list?
Half of UK homes increased in value in 2025 but a third fell, according to new data from property portal Zoopla
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How much first-time buyers need to get onto the property ladder
The typical UK first-time buyer will need to to save for around six years to reach a 10% deposit, according to Nationwide. But how much do you need to achieve the dream of getting onto the property ladder?
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UK inflation live: Inflation rose to 3.4% in December
The UK's Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure of inflation rose by 3.4% in the 12 months to December, in part due to rising airfare and tobacco prices
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Rightmove: Biggest January rise in property asking prices in 25 years
The traditional Boxing Day bounce and post-Budget positivity combined to create a 2.8% jump in property asking prices, data suggests
