Tom Higgins
Tom is a journalist and writer with an interest in sustainability, economic policy and pensions, looking into how personal finances can be used to make a positive impact. He graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London, with a BA in journalism before moving to a financial content agency.
His work has appeared in titles Investment Week and Money Marketing, as well as social media copy for Reuters and Bloomberg in addition to corporate content for financial giants including Mercer, State Street Global Advisors and the PLSA. He has also written for the Financial Times Group.
When not working out of the Future’s Cardiff office, Tom can be found exploring the hills and coasts of South Wales but is sometimes east of the border supporting Bristol Rovers.
Latest articles by Tom Higgins
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Housing slowdown ‘deeper than anticipated’ as property sales slump
News New data from HMRC shows a fall in property sales - now experts predict a delay to the housing recovery
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Zoopla: House sales hit yearly high but outlook depends on BoE rate hike
News Rebounding activity in the UK housing market could be undone by rising mortgage rates.
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UK inflation slides to 8.7% - what does it mean for your money?
News Inflation has dropped below 10% for the first time in months, but with food prices at a 45-year high, is this good news and what does it mean for your money?
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Three British stocks offering all-weather income
Tips A professional investor tells us where he’d put his money. This week: Brendan Gulston, co-manager of the LF Gresham House UK Multi Cap Income Fund.
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NS&I boosts ISA interest rates
News Over 333,000 customers are set to benefit from the boosted ISA rate, but is it worth switching to NS&I?
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Financing an electric vehicle – which deal is best?
Tips HP, PCP, lease or subscription? Find out the best way to finance a new electric vehicle
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Halifax: House prices fall by almost £1,000
News Latest Halifax house price index reveals the fall in average house prices brings to an end three months of steady rises - what does it mean for the housing market?
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Nationwide issues scam warning after rise in willingness to take more investment risk
News Latest research shows significant numbers of people are willing to take more investment risk to make money amid the cost of living crisis - leaving them vulnerable to scammers.
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Six IHT myths debunked
Analysis Life’s two certainties - death and taxes - come together to form the confusing world of inheritance tax. Here is everything you need to know about the misunderstood space to help save you money.
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Record food price rises keep inflation above 10%
News The highest food price rise in 45 years has spurred inflation to remain above 10%
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The best cities for buy-to-let investors
News As returns come under pressure in the buy-to-let market, these cities still offer attractive returns for investors looking to earn a passive income.
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Will IHT be cut?
News Sunak could make cuts to Inheritance Tax cuts later this year, reports suggest. We explain what this could mean for you.
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GDP flatlines, but the UK economy remains resilient
News Latest Office for National Statistics figures show the UK economy avoiding recession, although risks remain in the months ahead.
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The most expensive place to buy a seaside home
News House prices in some of the UK’s best seaside towns have doubled since 2012 - we reveal the most expensive and cheapest places to buy a seaside home.
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ESG robo platform Clim8 closes - what to do with your money if you invest with it
News Sustainable investing platform has closed its doors having launched in just 2019. We look at what forced the robo-adviser to pull the shutters down and what to do if you held investments there
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Halifax: House prices rise for the third month in a row
News Despite higher interest rates, Halifax says house prices are still rising in some parts of the country
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Royal Mint: Gold boom likely as investors turn to physical gold
News Recent banking scares have encouraged investors to turn to gold to protect their portfolios from volatility. Should you be looking to buy more gold?
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Virgin Money launches new investment service
News Virgin Money has entered the investment market with a new investment product - we have all the details on what’s on offer (which includes bonus Virgin points) if it is any good and how it compares to other platforms.
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Investors flock to NS&I savings after SVB scare - should you follow this trend?
News Investors are increasingly pumping their cash into the safety-net of NS&I - lured by increased rates and the security of a government-backed savings account. Should you move your savings to NS&I?
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April’s NS&I Premium Bond millionaire winners unveiled - find out if you’re a winner
News Two lucky winners have hit the million pound jackpot in this month’s NS&I premium bonds draw. Find out here if you’re one of this month’s winners
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