Latest articles by Sam Walker
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Live: Bank of England raises interest ratesRatesetters on the Monetary Policy Committee confirmed their latest bank rate decision today (5 November), raising rates to 4%.
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Eight ways to reduce your inheritance tax billThe government has collected a record amount of inheritance tax in recent years – but there are steps you can take to cut your liabilities.
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Nationwide launches top-rate fixed-rate savings account – but is your money better off in an ISA?Nationwide Building Society has launched a new fixed-rate bond exclusively for existing customers – but could savers get more by putting their money into an ISA instead?
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Most popular investments: What did private investors buy in October?Money market funds continued their upbeat streak as investors sought stability in a volatile world, while space-themed funds and stocks remained popular.
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State pension to rise by 3.9% – how much could you get?The UK state pension will rise by 3.9% per year from April 2027 in line with earnings data. How much will you be able to get?
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Premium Bonds November jackpot winners revealed – who won £1 million?NS&I has revealed the winners of the £1 million jackpot in its November prize draw. One of the winners bought the bond just a year ago.
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What is an ISA? How they work and what you need to knowYou can save and invest tax-free with an ISA. We explain everything you need to know about ISAs, from the annual ISA allowance to the different types.
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property forecasts for 2026The UK housing market continues to struggle as higher mortgage rates brought on by the Middle East conflict pinch buyers.
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John Healey’s first Autumn Budget: what was announced?The chancellor made major defence funding commitments in his first Autumn Budget, while pledging to help struggling households with a higher cost of living and energy bills.
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Autumn Budget live: What does John Healey’s Budget mean for you?Live Chancellor John Healey has delivered his first Autumn Budget. From a £100 energy payment for millions of households to a pension tax allowance, what does the Budget mean for you?
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The UK areas where house prices are falling – is your postcode affected?House prices have fallen in less affordable areas amid higher mortgage rates, but there are ways for sellers to boost their chances of shifting their homes.
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How being single can lead to a higher inheritance tax billWith more people living on their own and a greater number of estates set to be dragged into paying inheritance tax in the future, single people need to do what they can to mitigate a future tax headache for beneficiaries.
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The overlooked opportunities in emerging marketsEmerging Europe, the Middle East, and Africa offer investors something to be excited about, says Adnan El-Araby, from Barings Emerging EMEA Opportunities Trust.
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Should you defer your state pension and stay in work?You could boost your state pension by hundreds or thousands of pounds by deferring it if you don’t need the income right now. We look at how it works, and the pros and cons.
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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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What tax changes could be announced at the Budget?Chancellor John Healey will make his first Budget address in the House of Commons later this month. Here’s what tax changes could be announced.
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Can you top up your state pension?The state pension forms the bedrock of retirement finances for many, but not everyone is receiving the maximum amount. Can you top up?
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The financial benefits of getting married – from capital gains tax to inheritance taxFewer couples are getting hitched, but as well the emotional benefits, there are legal, financial and tax perks that come with getting married.
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AJ Bell cuts fee on ready-made pension – how does it compare to the rest of the market?AJ Bell has lowered the annual charge on its ready-made personal pension, which it first launched in 2024, making it one of the cheapest products of its kind on the market fee-wise.
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Are you missing out on Pension Credit? How to claim the benefit worth £4,500 a yearHundreds of thousands of eligible households are still failing to apply for Pension Credit. We explain who qualifies for the benefit and how to apply.
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‘A wealth tax would be devastating for UK businesses’Richard Harpin, who sold HomeServe for £4 billion, has urged Labour to avoid further tax rises and instead reward risk-takers to help the UK thrive.
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How HMRC recovers the Winter Fuel PaymentPensioners with annual income over £35,000 have to pay the Winter Fuel Payment back to HMRC. How does HMRC recover the payment?
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Bank of England confirms the four animals to feature on new banknotesHundreds of thousands of people have had their say on which animals should feature on the next series of banknotes printed by the Bank of England.
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‘What I’ve learnt from my first year of having solar panels’Having solar panels installed for free has been a massive financial help to me and my partner and the environmental impact it’s had is great too, but there are some drawbacks.
