Latest articles by Sam Walker
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Why is it taking so long to sell my home? How to boost chances of getting an offerHomeowners overvaluing their properties could find it takes years to sell. Here’s how to set the right price and why it could speed up the selling process
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Are you one of 12 million people at risk of retirement poverty?A third of adults in the UK aren’t on track for a minimum lifestyle in retirement, new data shows. How can you boost your pension pot?
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Top investment scams to beware of – and what to do if you’re targetedFraudsters are finding ever more sophisticated ways of stealing your hard-earned money. Before parting with a penny, read our guide on the top investment scams and how to avoid them
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Can you make money from ‘flipping’ houses? Hotspots and alternativesThe number of homes being flipped has halved over the last 10 years. But there are still some areas where profits can be made – we reveal the hotspots where ‘flipping’ could still make you money.
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Tony Blair’s think tank proposes replacing state pension with flexible ‘Lifespan Fund’Former prime minister Tony Blair’s think tank has called for a change as the cost of the state pension grows higher.
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UK interest rates: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee’s latest bank rate decision was announced today
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NS&I hikes interest rates on savings accounts – are they best buys?NS&I has boosted interest rates on nine of its savings accounts – but savers can get better rates elsewhere.
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The best countries to retire abroad rankedMoving to a country just a stone’s throw from the United Kingdom for retirement could be ideal if you’ve got wealth to protect
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HMRC cracks down on property valuations in inheritance tax returns – how to reduce risk of a disputeThousands more beneficiaries are being challenged on property valuations in inheritance tax returns. Here’s how you can do your best to avoid making any mistakes.
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How to boost your chances of getting the Winter Fuel PaymentMillions of pensioners will get the Winter Fuel Payment this year but you’ll need to pay it back if your income is over £35,000. We reveal some tips and tricks to ensure you’re eligible and can keep the payment
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What National Insurance contributions are – and how much you will payMost people in the UK pay National Insurance contributions but few really understand them. We explain what National Insurance is and how to work out how much you will pay.
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Looking for cheap home insurance? Don’t buy a period homeIt costs significantly more to insure a property built before the First World War than one built after 2000, analysis suggests. How can you reduce home insurance costs?
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How to keep your dividends safe from the taxmanAdvice Following successive cuts to the dividend tax allowance and a hike to dividend tax rates, we reveal the ways you can keep more of your dividend income.
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Buy-to-let repossessions rise by 10% as landlords face ‘tough times’ ahead – what you can do nowLandlords face being financially squeezed over the coming months, but there are ways to protect your portfolio
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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 losersMonzo 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 cancelledRoughly 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 considerIf 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 conflictProperty 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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What is an ISA? How they work and what you need to knowWe explain everything you need to know about ISAs for the tax year 2026/27 and how you can start saving and investing tax-free.
