Latest articles by Sam Walker
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Is NS&I’s new green savings bond worth it?
NS&I has released a new issue of its green savings bond – but how does the interest rate compare to other products on the market?
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Marriage Allowance: are you missing out on £252 a year?
News Married couples and civil partners could save up to £252 a year in tax by claiming the allowance - and receive a backdated lump-sum payment worth more than £1,000
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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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HMRC to start clawing back Winter Fuel Payments from certain pensioners – do you owe the taxman money?
More than one million pensioners will see a change in their tax code from April as HMRC starts taking back Winter Fuel Payments from retirees with higher incomes
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Tens of thousands of unpaid carers affected by ‘unclear’ guidance to have debts cut or cancelled
Roughly 25,000 unpaid carers who were overpaid Carer’s Allowance are expected to have their debts reduced, cancelled or refunded, under a government reassessment.
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Is it worth buying an electric car? The costs to consider
If you're thinking about buying an electric car, you might be wondering whether they offer good value for money. We look at the costs versus savings.
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What is inheritance tax (IHT)?
What is inheritance tax (IHT) and why are more families falling into the tax trap? What is IHT and who has to pay it?
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What is the state pension age and when will you get yours?
The state pension age is increasing from 66 to 67 and it could rise even further in the future. We look at what the changes mean for the working age population.
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Halifax: House prices fall by 0.5% amid Middle East conflict
Property prices slumped between February and March as the knock-on effects from the US-Iran war started to hit the housing market, according to Halifax.
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ISA guide: everything you need to know for the 2026/27 tax year
We explain everything you need to know about ISAs: how they work, how much you can pay in, what investments you can hold, and how to transfer one
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The big April money changes – which taxes and bills have gone up?
A number of major money changes have taken effect this April - from council tax rises to state pension increase - see which ones impact you
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Interest rate on student loans to be capped at 6% for one year as inflation fears rise
The government is capping the interest rate on contentious Plan 2 student loans for the 2026/27 academic year in a bid to protect graduates from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East which could drive inflation higher
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Nationwide: The most affordable places for first-time buyers revealed – full list
Nationwide Building Society says affordability has improved for first-time buyers over the last year, and some areas are much more accessible for those trying to get on the property ladder.
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Mortgage lenders to contact 1.6 million homeowners facing higher costs amid Middle East conflict
Rachel Reeves urges major banks to step up support for mortgage customers amid Middle East conflict
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Four big changes landlords need to get ready for in 2026
Major changes are afoot for landlords in 2026 and beyond – here is what you should do this year to prepare
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10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2025/26 tax year
Tips The end of the 2025/26 tax year is fast approaching. Here’s what you can do now to make the most of tax breaks and allowances before they disappear on 5 April
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NS&I to pay out millions to bereaved families after ‘operational failure’
NS&I is expected to reunite tens of thousands of bereaved families with up to £476 million, after an investigation found the government-backed savings bank had lost track of some deceased customers’ money.
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UK inflation live: Inflation remained at 3% in February
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its latest inflation data today (25 March).
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Revealed: the cheapest day to buy car insurance
Car insurance costs are dropping after a huge rise last year. But you could drive them down even further by doing an extra bit of planning. We reveal the cheapest day to buy car insurance
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What is capital gains tax and how does it work?
The government rakes in billions of pounds from capital gains tax each year. But how does the tax work, and when do you pay it?
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Who will miss out on the state pension triple lock?
Not all pensioners have their state pensions increased each year in line with the triple lock. We explain who misses out
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, Octopus Energy: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?
Citizens Advice has ranked 16 energy suppliers for customer service but which one has been crowned the best and which one is the worst?
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£100 contactless card limit lifted – what does it mean for you?
Consumers can set their own contactless limits from 19 March 2026 under new rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
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What is the state pension triple lock?
The UK state pension triple lock is loved by pensioners but hated by economists. What is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
