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Buying a property is cheaper than renting again – how much could you save?
News Zoopla research shows it is now 8% cheaper to buy than rent. We reveal the places where you can save more by getting on the property ladder.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Is the London Stock Exchange in peril?
Companies are leaving the London Stock Exchange, which has seen a spate of foreign buyouts and firms moving their listings overseas. What does it mean for the UK economy and investors?
By Katie Williams Published
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Finfluencer crackdown: Love Island and Towie stars charged for promoting unauthorised trading schemes
News FCA charges a string of 'finfluencers' following an investigation into unauthorised trading scheme. We reveal the financial influencers who you should not take money advice from
By Marc Shoffman Published
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The areas worst-hit by the furnished holiday lets tax clampdown
News Holiday home owners are preparing for the end of the popular furnished holiday lets tax regime. We reveal the regions most affected and how to prepare.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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What a Labour government could mean for your money
News A Labour government looks likely to take power later this year, political polls suggest. Here's how its policies could affect your tax, savings and pensions.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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MPs call for Waspi women to get state pension compensation before Parliament's summer break
News Pressure is growing on the government to compensate Waspi women who lost out due to state pension age changes.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts, May 2024 – earn up to 5.2%
Savings Earn up to 5.2% on one-year fixed savings accounts. We have all the best deals available now
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Interactive investor launches managed ISA – is it any good?
If you want to invest but don’t know where to start, a managed ISA could be a good solution. Here's a first look at interactive investor’s new product and how it compares to others in terms of fees, investment choice and service.
By Katie Williams Published
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Best easy access savings accounts, May 2024 – earn up to 5.2%
Savings Easy access savings accounts now offer inflation-busting rates, but they won't last for long. We look at the best rates in the market now
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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UK inflation: consumer price index release dates
UK inflation has fallen from its peak and is currently at 3.2%. When is the next Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, and will inflation continue to slow down?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Ofgem considers lifting ban on cheaper energy deals for new customers
Ofgem says that ‘now is the right time’ to remove the ban that allowed energy suppliers to offer exclusive deals at low prices to new customers
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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Santander returns with £175 switching bonus – should you move banks?
Santander has reappeared with a bank switching incentive offering £175 if you switch your current account to one of its packaged bank accounts. Are the Santander account perks any good?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Wage growth remains stubbornly high – what does it mean for interest rates?
Today’s wage growth figures came in higher than expected, but there are signs that the labour market is cooling. What does it mean for inflation and interest rates?
By Katie Williams Published
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AJ Bell launches ready-made pension service. Is it any good?
AJ Bell has launched a “low-cost, hassle-free” ready-made pension service. How does it compare to others on the market?
By Katie Williams Published
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Mortgage warning: Surge in “ultra-long” home loans that run past state pension age
One million homeowners have taken out mortgages that they will still be paying off in retirement, according to Bank of England data. We take a close look at the figures - plus, how to make your mortgage more affordable.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Revealed: Over two million NS&I Premium Bond prizes sit unclaimed
There are more than two million unclaimed Premium Bond prizes worth more than £84 million. Could some of this money be yours? Here's how to find out.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Ticket scam warning ahead of major summer events
A total of £6.7 million was lost to ticket scams last year. With the Taylor Swift Eras tour and Glastonbury Festival coming up, we explain how to stay safe when buying tickets
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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GDP: UK economy exits recession
The latest GDP figures reveal the UK economy grew by 0.6% in the first three months of the year, officially exiting recession. We look at what households and investors can expect next.
By Katie Williams Published
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Metro Bank to slash savings rates below 4% – is now a good time to move your cash?
Metro Bank savings rates are set to plummet below 4%. But, there’s still time for savers to move their money – should you shop around now and which accounts are affected?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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TSB set to close 36 bank branches
TSB joins the list of high street banks closing their doors to its branches as it claims more customers are moving online - we have the full list of closures
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 16-year high
News Interest rates have been frozen at 5.25% for the sixth consecutive monetary policy meeting. Here is what it means for your money.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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RICS: Property listings rise, but buyer demand cools
New listings are putting a spring in the step of the UK housing market – but where have the buyers gone? We delve into the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) survey
By Ruth Emery Published
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Santander to cut top 5.2% easy-access saver rate in weeks – where can you find a better rate?
Santander is to drop its 5.2% best buy rate on its easy-access saver this month. How does the new rate compare to the rest of the savings market and where are the best alternatives?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Which region will see biggest house prices growth by 2028? What the latest Savills forecast says
News House prices could see a turnaround over the next five years, according to Savills, as mortgage rates and cost of living pressures ease
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Halifax: UK house prices ‘plateauing’ due to rising mortgage rates
The annual spring bounce in UK house prices did not occur in April, the lender found. It blamed the Bank of England’s interest rate freeze for the inflation stagnation.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Virgin Money launches 10% interest on current account - who can get it?
Virgin Money is offering 10% interest on cash via its current account for new customers. But, there are a few caveats - we look at who can get it and how
By Vaishali Varu Published
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FCA sets new sustainability labels for green investment funds - what do they mean?
The first part of the FCA's anti-greenwashing measures will launch at the end of May, while new investment labels will take effect in July. We explain how the rules work.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Magnificent Seven stocks: how much of your pension is invested in the leading tech stocks?
The ‘Magnificent Seven’ is made up of market-leading companies, such as Amazon, Nvidia and Tesla. New research shows these firms now play a big part in our pension pots.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Mortgage rate hikes behind drop in UK house prices, Nationwide finds
News UK house prices have not enjoyed the usual spring bounce due to an uptick in mortgage rates, according to Nationwide, with first-time buyers being particularly impacted
By Henry Sandercock Published