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Three simple inheritance tax mistakes could cost your family £100,000s – are you missing out?
About 3,700 more deaths resulted in inheritance tax in 2022-2023, according to the latest data from HMRC. But some families are paying more IHT than they need to because they are not taking advantage of valuable loopholes. We explain how.
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Saba launches investment trust ETF
Activist investor Saba Capital Management has launched an exchange-traded fund that offers exposure to discounted UK investment trusts
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Nationwide launches two new savings accounts and boosts rates on four ISAs – are they worth it?
Nationwide Building Society has updated its savings range but how competitive are the interest rates?
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Private dentistry review launched – how you can cut costs
The private dentistry study comes after the chancellor raised concerns over the cost of private dental care
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One million more pensioners set to pay income tax in 2031 – how to lower your bill
Hundreds of thousands of pensioners will be dragged into paying income tax due to an ongoing freeze to tax bands, forecasts suggest
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Stock market circuit breaker: Why did Korean shares pause trading?
The fallout from the conflict in the Middle East hit the Korean stock market on 4 March, with shares forced to temporarily stop trading. What is a stock market circuit breaker, and why did the KOSPI trigger one?
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FCA to lift pause on car finance complaints in May 2026
The FCA will lift the pause on car finance complaints on 31 May 2026. It is important that complaints are now dealt with promptly, the regulator said
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The UK regions with the highest proportion of homes above the inheritance tax threshold
High house prices are pushing more families into the inheritance tax trap across the country
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Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement – live analysis and commentary
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
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Pensioners ‘running down larger pots’ to avoid inheritance tax as rule change looms
Changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules for unused pension pots from April 2027 could trigger an ‘exodus of large defined contribution pension pots’, as retirees spend their savings rather than leave their loved ones with an IHT bill.
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Renters' Rights Act: landlords have until May 2026 to prepare for rental reforms
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
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Iran conflict: What are your rights if you’ve got travel insurance?
US involvement in Iran and the consequent fallout across the Middle East has caused chaos to many people’s travel plans – we reveal your rights if you’re impacted.
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Millions of Premium Bonds prizes are still unclaimed. Could some be yours?
Millions of pounds are sitting idle in unclaimed Premium Bonds prizes. Could you have unknowingly won a prize in the Premium Bonds draw? Here's how to find out.
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Lloyds Banking Group bank branch closures: Which branches will shut in 2026 and 2027?
Lloyds Banking Group is closing more than 165 bank branches in 2026 and 2027. We look at the sites earmarked for closure.
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Why getting sick will cost you up to £700 a month in pension savings
More people could face a state pension shortfall as the healthy life expectancy age declines to its lowest level for 15 years. Do you have £700 extra a month to cover your sick years?
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March Premium Bonds jackpot winners revealed – did you win £1 million?
Over two million historic Premium Bonds prizes are still waiting to be claimed, according to NS&I
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Brits leaving billions languishing in low interest accounts – are you missing out on hundreds of pounds?
The average Brit is leaving £4,300 static in their current account, missing out on potentially hundreds in interest payments, new research has revealed.
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Carers facing retirement shortfall - how to boost your pension
A growing pensions gap shows carers retire with significantly less private pension income than the national average
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Could you get cheaper loans under ‘significant’ FCA credit proposals?
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation which could lead to better access to credit for consumers and increase competition across the market, according to experts.
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Inheritance fights are on the rise – here’s why and what to do if it happens to you
Families are increasingly disputing inheritances, as age-related and economic factors force a tussle over the last will and testament of loved ones. What should you do if you find yourself in the middle of a fight over money?
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The northern powerhouse city where first-time buyers are snapping up properties
First-time buyers are “casting their nets” wider to find properties that match their budgets and lifestyles. We look at the top areas for first-time buyers.
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Nvidia results: Nvidia’s earnings nearly double as AI chip giant beats expectations again
Nvidia’s Q4 2026 results showed a 73% increase in quarterly revenue, with forward guidance implying accelerating growth next quarter
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What the government’s baby boomer retirement data says about the future of pensions
A study of the retirement routes of people born in 1958 paints a worrying picture for people’s pension savings
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What is the Ofgem energy price cap and what does it mean for your bills?
The Ofgem energy price cap is reviewed every three months. What is its current level and how does it affect bills?
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When is the Spring Statement and what's expected in it?
The Spring Statement might have less of an impact than the Budget, but the annual fiscal event is still key to understanding what is happening in the UK economy and where it’s headed
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NS&I cuts Premium Bonds prize fund rate and reduces chances of winning – are they still worth it?
Premium Bonds are set to become a much less competitive savings product as the estimated returns and chances of winning will be slashed from April.
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More than 200,000 landlords and sole traders ‘face up to 10%’ cost hike as Making Tax Digital looms
Around 212,500 UK businesses face potentially ‘tens of millions’ in extra accountancy costs under the government’s incoming Making Tax Digital initiative, experts have warned
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Inheritance tax investigations chase 14,000 bereaved families for underpayment
HMRC investigated a third more families over inheritance tax bills in the three years to April 2025 following a government crackdown on underpayments.
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What does the latest tariff turmoil mean for markets?
The legal underpinning for Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariff regime was rejected by the US Supreme Court last week, but the president has unleashed fresh turmoil on the markets. What does it mean for investors?
