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The best one-year fixed savings accounts, April 2024 – earn up to 5.17%
Savings Earn up to 5.17% on one-year fixed savings accounts. We have all the best deals available now
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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State pension errors: DWP urged to check for mistakes among divorced people
Former pensions minister Steve Webb says there are a high number of divorced women on low state pensions. Now MPs want the DWP to check if there were any errors in “potentially underpaying men and women who are divorced”.
By Ruth Emery Published
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The best offers for switching banks – get up to £200 free cash
Features The last quarter of 2023 saw 433,701 current account switches, with some banks like Nationwide offering as much as £200 to move to them. But which banks were the most popular and will switching bribes return?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Best easy-access savings accounts, April 2024 – earn up to 5.2%
Savings Easy access savings now offer inflation-busting rates, but they won't last for long. We look at the best easy-access savings accounts on the market now
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Revealed: the countries with the most generous pensions
The UK state pension is often criticised for failing to deliver a comfortable retirement. So, how does our pension system compare to other countries - which countries are most generous, and at what age can you claim a state pension?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Private school fees soar and VAT threat looms – what does it mean for you?
Rising private school fees could see more than one in five parents pull their children out of their current school. Before you remortgage, move house or look to grandparents for help, here’s what you need to know.
By Katie Williams Published
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Best and worst UK banks for online banking revealed
When it comes to keeping your money safe, not all banks are equal. We reveal the best and worst banks for online banking when it comes to protecting your money from scams
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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Stop inheritance tax perk on pensions, says IFS
The government could raise billions of pounds in revenue by closing inheritance tax loopholes, such as on pensions and AIM shares. Is your pension at risk?
By Ruth Emery Published
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How to get the right travel insurance
Features If you’re heading off overseas, then having the right travel insurance in place is crucial. But how do you pick the right policy?
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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