Latest articles by Sam Walker
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Interest rate on student loans to be capped at 6% for one year as inflation fears riseThe 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 listNationwide 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 conflictRachel 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 2026Major 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 yearTips 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 FebruaryThe Office for National Statistics (ONS) released its latest inflation data today (25 March).
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Revealed: the cheapest day to buy car insuranceCar 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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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 banknotesIt'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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159 – the three-digit number that could stop you from being scammedWhy 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 freeMost 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 billCapital 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 costsThe private dentistry study comes after the chancellor raised concerns over the cost of private dental care
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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 commentaryChancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
