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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
The property market had a busy summer period but house price growth is fairly muted. Where are prices heading in 2025 and beyond?
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax bill
Higher capital gains tax rates now have to be factored into our annual financial planning – but these 10 steps could help you cut your bill
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Triple lock alternatives: will the government reform the state pension?
The government has promised not to touch the triple lock this Parliament, but rising costs mean reform could be inevitable eventually
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Retirement confidence surges – but is it misplaced?
One in three now feel ‘very’ or ‘extremely’ confident about their ability to afford a comfortable retirement, but industry data paints a gloomier reality
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A voyage of discovery through the Baltic countries
Travel Max King explores the rich history, culture and cuisine of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania
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How to invest in gold
There are a number of ways you can invest in gold, from buying the yellow metal directly to investing in a gold ETF or buying gold-mining stocks. We look at the pros and cons of each strategy.
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How to get free shares worth hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves wants Brits to invest more to help them build long-term wealth. We look at some places you can start, and get a free share as a cherry on top.
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Average quoted car insurance premiums have dropped by 10.5% in the past 12 months – but for over 50s the long term trend is higher prices. We highlight clever tips to reduce your costs
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Does ‘sell in May’ work?
The old investing adage says we should sell our stocks in May and sit out the summer. Does this still apply?
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How to get a guaranteed income in retirement
Savers want certainty in retirement, with almost two-fifths naming guaranteed income as their main priority. An annuity can achieve this – but what other income options are available to supplement it?
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Self-employed? Start saving for your pension now
Britons who are self-employed have neglected to build up their retirement fund. They must act now
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Will taxes rise further in the 2025 Autumn Budget?
Speculation about tax hikes is ramping up ahead of the Autumn Budget on 26 November, touching everything from property to inheritances
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What is the Budget and when is it announced?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her next Budget at the end of November – but what exactly does the fiscal event involve?
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The top stocks and funds to buy according to DIY investors
Despite fears that the top technology stocks could be overvalued, DIY investors have piled into tech shares, funds and investment trusts during August
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Waspi women: day in court against the government confirmed
Many women born in the 1950s got a raw deal due to the rising state pension age. The “Waspi” campaign group has been lobbying for compensation for years. We outline the journey so far and explore whether they might finally receive some money.
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How to invest £50,000
If you come into a sudden windfall or have excess savings in the bank, you might want to put the money to work. Three financial experts tell us how they would invest £50,000.
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Top financial priorities by age – and why a comfortable retirement may be out of reach
The cost of a comfortable retirement has risen, leaving it out of reach of even many of those who believe they are on track
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Are the Magnificent Seven overvalued?
AI hype has propelled the Magnificent Seven stocks to the pinnacle of the stock market, but have their valuations become stretched?
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How inheritance tax trick is helping families save ‘six-figure sums’
Happy to skip a generation to save thousands on inheritance tax? A deed of variation could be the estate planning tool you need.
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Avoid the pensioner tax trap – six ways to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The state pension could rise by another 4-4.5% next April, before breaching the personal allowance a year later. It means more pensioners will be dragged into paying tax on their retirement income. We look at ways to cut your bill.
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How to check for Premium Bonds prizes
NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize draw makes two people millionaires overnight every month. We explain how to check to see if you’ve won any cash
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How income tax is calculated
Millions of taxpayers face paying more income tax due to frozen tax allowances. We explain how income tax is calculated.
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How do Premium Bonds work?
This popular savings product from NS&I operates differently to a typical account. We look at how Premium Bonds work.
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How are Premium Bonds prize winners notified – and who is Agent Million?
We look at how Premium Bonds winners are notified and how the winnings get paid. Plus, who is Agent Million?
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The best bank switching offers – get up to £310
The best bank switching offers currently pay up to £190 in cash and £120 in rewards. Are you eligible, and how do you switch current accounts?
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.32%
We look at the best fixed rate cash ISAs on the market right now for savers who are willing to lock their cash away for guaranteed tax-free gains
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.75%
Savings The best savings rates on the market are offering up to 4.75% on your cash. Act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
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Best easy-access savings accounts – earn up to 4.75%
Savings Easy-access savings accounts offer inflation-busting rates, but they won't last for long. We look at the best interest rates on the market now.
