Latest articles by Sam Walker
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Seven reasons to not top up your state pensionTopping up your state pension could give you a bigger budget to live on in retirement, but it’s not always worth doing.
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Six pension mistakes could cost you £10,000s, experts warnSimple pension mistakes could be costing you tens of thousands of pounds in retirement – here’s how to avoid them
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How to claim compensation for travel delaysAs travellers experience delays at major airports following an air traffic control technical glitch, we reveal what your rights are to compensation.
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Energy Performance Certificates: Why they’re important and how to get oneYou need an Energy Performance Certificate if you’re selling, renting or building a home. Here’s everything you need to know about them.
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Mortgage rates are on the rise – what does it mean for you?Whether you're buying a home, remortgaging or you’re a buy-to-let landlord, we look at what higher mortgage rates could mean for you.
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Ditch the triple lock to get young people into work, businesses tell BurnhamWhile the triple lock is a promise to pensioners to give them an income boost each year, removing it could save the Treasury £3.3 billion over two years, the British Chambers of Commerce claims.
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Lloyds Bank: House prices record first annual fall in nearly three yearsCautious buyers and stubborn sellers have led to annualised house price declines, according to the bank’s latest house price index.
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Annuity rates rise – is now a good time to buy one?Annuities can offer peace of mind in retirement. Higher rates are making them even more attractive.
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Britain’s stagnant housing market: What can sellers do in a buyer’s market?Higher mortgage rates and UK property supply outpacing demand have contributed to a buyer’s market. What can sellers do to boost the chances of shifting their homes?
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Premium Bonds September jackpot winners revealed – who won £1 million?Two Premium Bonds holders have won the top prize in September while nearly 100 will be awarded £100,000.
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Thousands more people dragged into dividend tax net – how to protect your investmentsTens of thousands are being dragged into paying dividend tax thanks to a reduced allowance – but there are ways to shield yours from the taxman.
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How to manage higher private school feesPrivate school fees have soared following the addition of VAT in 2025, and further increases are likely as schools look to boost their finances. Here’s how to manage the higher costs.
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One million people in line for a tax top-up from HMRC - are you one of them?Around one million people who missed out on pension tax relief are in line for a top-up – but a former pensions minister is warning people could miss out on the payments.
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Nationwide boosts rates on fixed savings accounts and ISAs again – how do they compare?Nationwide Building Society has upped the rates on some of its fixed rate savings accounts and cash ISAs.
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London house prices: Is the capital's property boom over?Buyers and investors have been drawn towards the capital’s property market for years. 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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Does your family face a triple tax blow after inheritance tax changes? How to limit the impactUnused pensions will fall under the scope of inheritance tax from April 2027 – and it could see some families left with sizeable tax bills.
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Do you pay tax on cryptoassets? How to report and pay itTens of thousands of letters were sent to crypto investors suspected of underpaying tax in 2025/26. How do you report and pay tax on any gains you’ve made?
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Inheritance tax receipts continue to rise – can you reduce your bill?Increasing asset values and frozen tax thresholds mean that inheritance tax receipts are on the rise.
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How to plan for retirement without relying on the state pensionThe cost of the state pension continues to grow and there’s fears it may not be as generous in the future. What can you do now to ensure you have enough to live on in retirement?
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UK inflation rises to 2.9%The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released its latest UK inflation data, covering July.
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Inside the Bank of England: Gold vaults and ‘giant’ bank notes worth tens of thousandsPodcast Insiders from the Bank of England have revealed some quirky and lesser-known facts about what can be found in its vaults.
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NS&I to boost Premium Bonds prize fund rate – 12 more £100,000 prizes will be up for grabsNS&I is increasing its Premium Bonds prize fund rate and odds of winning from September, while boosting interest rates on 10 savings accounts from today.
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Inheritance tax refunds: how to claim money back if asset prices fallIf you pay too much inheritance tax because the value of an inherited asset falls in price, you could be eligible for a refund.
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UK’s best and worst banks for current accounts revealedMonzo has once again been crowned the UK’s best bank for customer satisfaction. Which current account provider sits at the bottom of the list and how does your bank compare?
