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Should you unlock your property wealth to fund retirement?Equity release is one way of funding later life if you’re facing a retirement shortfall – but there are drawbacks to consider and alternatives which may work better.
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Should you invest in gold and crypto?Gold and Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw record inflows during August. What are the similarities between gold and crypto, and should you add them to your portfolio?
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State pension triple lock to be scrapped in 2030Labour will scrap the state pension triple lock in April 2030 to fund a new free social care service, prime minister Andy Burnham has announced.
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UK housebuilder stocks surge: should you buy?Shares in UK housebuilders have languished so far this year, but news of a revived government Help to Buy scheme – ‘Your First Home’ – appears to be rebuilding the sector.
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Who is Daniel Vorcaro, the man behind Brazil’s Banco Master scam?Daniel Vorcaro presided over one of Brazil's biggest banking failures, leaving Banco Master with a $10 billion black hole. Who is he, and what did he do?
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Revolut rolls out facial recognition checkoutsRevolut becomes the first bank in the UK to roll out biometric payments at the checkout, letting customers pay for things like coffee with just their face.
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Can the gold price recover?The price of gold is being weighed on by higher inflation and a more hawkish Federal Reserve. Could gold prices rise in future?
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Do you have to file a tax return if you don’t owe any tax?Even if you do not owe the taxman any money, failure to complete and submit your tax return could result in a penalty costing you up to £1,600.
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Could an increase in capital gains tax help tackle the cost of living?Capital gains tax rate hikes are reportedly on the table ahead of the Autumn Budget. While some experts believe it could provide funds for the Treasury, others say it could cost the government money.
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Oil price rises drive higher UK inflationRises in petrol, diesel and Brent crude prices pushed UK inflation to a five-month high. But the Iran war doesn't seem to be over anytime soon.
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‘Investors should ignore Anthropic's talk of AI apocalypse’Anthropic's AI doom troll campaign is self-serving twaddle to hype up the firm's upcoming public listing. Don't fall for it, says Alex Rankine
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Monzo launches credit card that auto-invests cashback – is it any good?Monzo’s latest credit card is unique, but there are other cashback cards on the market that could be better-suited to you.
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Live: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75%. The move was in line with expert forecasts.
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These 21 investment trusts have raised dividends for 20 years or moreOne investment trust has hit the 60-year mark for annual dividend increases, while another joins the ‘dividend heroes’ list for the first time.
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Do you face a triple blow on your uninvested cash? What new ISA rules will mean for youNew ISA reforms coming into force in April 2027 will disincentivise holding uninvested cash in a stocks and shares ISA. Are you at risk of a cash trap?
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How much do you need to follow the 25x retirement rule?We explain what the 25x retirement rule is and the amount you would need to be financially independent in retirement.
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Renters' Rights Act: how landmark rental reforms affect youThe new Renters' Rights Act has caused the biggest shakeup in the rental market in 40 years. Here is how the controversial reforms affect landlords and tenants.
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Live: Inflation rises by 3.1% in AugustThe latest data from the ONS reveals inflation rose by 3.1% in the 12 months to August.
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Thousands of families hit with inheritance tax bills on gifts – how to reduce your liabilityThousands of families have been hit with an inheritance tax bill in the last four years after making larger gifts – but there are other ways to reduce an IHT liability.
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How SIPP platform fees and unclaimed tax relief could cost you tens of thousands in retirementMore than five million people hold Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs) with a total of £567 billion inside, according to the Financial Conduct Authority. How can savers get the best value for money when choosing one?
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UK economy unexpectedly grows in July – was AI responsible?The director of economic statistics at the ONS said a strong showing from computer programming within the services sector helped drive growth.
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Could you get £370 in free cash from Nationwide’s FlexDirect account?Those switching to Nationwide’s FlexDirect account could get up to £370 for free in their first year with the account. Should you switch?
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Can you afford to rent in retirement?Renting in retirement can give extra flexibility, but the cost could be prohibitive for most pensioners and it comes with unique drawbacks. We look at the average cost of renting where you are.
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Which investment trusts have been the most resilient during the Iran crisis?Technology and renewable energy infrastructure have thrived even as the conflict has rocked markets.
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Ditch the triple lock to get young people into work, businesses tell BurnhamWhile the triple lock is a promise to pensioners to give them an income boost each year, removing it could save the Treasury £3.3 billion over two years, the British Chambers of Commerce claims.
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Healey says UK must control public spending in first major speech as chancellorThe chancellor said Britain must get a better control on public spending and borrowing as he set out his economic vision.
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Lloyds Bank: House prices record first annual fall in nearly three yearsCautious buyers and stubborn sellers have led to annualised house price declines, according to the bank’s latest house price index.
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What do rising bond yields mean for you?Bond yields are rising globally, and there are a lot of potential impacts on your money. Is now a good time to buy bonds?
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Fund flows dipped sharply in July as investors ditch UK equitiesInvestors continued to put money in the market in July despite geopolitical headwinds, but a more pessimistic attitude may take hold in the remainder of the year.
