Latest articles by Sam Walker
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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?
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ONS: UK economy flatlines in January ahead of Iran conflict
The Office for National Statistics said Gross Domestic Product showed no growth in the month to January ahead of a potential shock from the conflict in the Middle East
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MPs launch inquiry into ‘unfair’ student loans – what will be looked at?
The Treasury Committee will look at whether repayment terms are reasonable for students amid major discontentment among graduates
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The commuter hotspots offering affordable homes and cheap travel. Is your local area on the list?
Savills has compiled a list of commuter hotspots offering cheap train travel and affordable housing
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Wildlife to replace historical figures on UK banknotes
It's goodbye to Shakespeare, Churchill and Austen on banknotes as the public votes for wildlife to feature instead. What wildlife do you want to see on them?
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The big money changes coming in April – are you ready?
The end of the financial year offers the chance to take a fresh look at your finances, but there are several April money changes where you may need to act fast to avoid extra costs.
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159 – the three-digit number that could stop you from being scammed
Why 159 is a number everyone should know as it could stop scammers stealing from your bank account. But how does it work and when should you use it?
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The top 10 most expensive streets in the UK revealed - do you live on one?
Buying a property on one of the most expensive streets in the UK will set you back by £12million. Where is it and which streets feature in the top 10 most expensive streets in the UK?
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Why you should write a will — and how to do it for free
Most of us haven’t written a will. But it's one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your loved ones
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax bill
Capital gains tax can dent your personal finances – but these 10 steps could help you cut your bill
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Nationwide launches two new savings accounts and boosts rates on four ISAs – are they worth it?
Nationwide Building Society has updated its savings range but how competitive are the interest rates?
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Private dentistry review launched – how you can cut costs
The private dentistry study comes after the chancellor raised concerns over the cost of private dental care
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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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One million more pensioners set to pay income tax in 2031 – how to lower your bill
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners will be dragged into paying income tax due to an ongoing freeze to tax bands, forecasts suggest
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Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement – live analysis and commentary
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
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Iran conflict: What are your rights if you’ve got travel insurance?
US involvement in Iran and the consequent fallout across the Middle East has caused chaos to many people’s travel plans – we reveal your rights if you’re impacted.
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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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March Premium Bonds jackpot winners revealed – did you win £1 million?
Over two million historic Premium Bonds prizes are still waiting to be claimed, according to NS&I
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Do you face ‘double whammy’ inheritance tax blow? How to lessen the impact
Frozen tax thresholds and pensions falling within the scope of inheritance tax will drag thousands more estates into losing their residence nil-rate band, analysis suggests
