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How the mansion tax could affect you even if your home is valued below £2 million
The mansion tax will apply to homes worth above £2 million from April 2028 but even lower-value properties could be looked at, MPs have been told.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Revealed: The 10 UK locations which could see the biggest house price growth in 2026
Scotland leads the way for house price growth in 2026 according to Zoopla, but what regions will do the best in 2026?
By Sam Walker Published
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Could pensions inheritance tax rule change create a liquidity crisis for Sipp holders?
Pension inheritance tax rule changes from April 2027 could create a liquidity crisis for some self-invested personal pensions (Sipps) holding commercial property. We reveal what you can do to mitigate the impact.
By Sam Walker Published
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Pension Schemes Bill: what’s changing and what it means for you
The government’s latest reforms to pensions are designed to make saving for retirement easier and better value for money – but will they leave you better off?
By Laura Miller Last updated
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FTSE 100 hits new highs above 10,000
The UK stock market’s flagship index, the FTSE 100, is at record highs as investors seek out defensive positions and rotate away from the US
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Do you still 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.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Act now to avoid inheritance tax on your pension with this one simple change
A quick and easy paperwork change could avoid your children paying inheritance tax on your pension if you act now. Here’s how.
By Laura Miller Published
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FCA proposes new ratings system for workplace pension schemes
The City watchdog has proposed new rules to help ensure pension schemes are providing value for money
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Fund inflows hit a six-month high in November – where are investors putting their money?
Investors returned to the financial markets amid the Autumn Budget in November 2025 but caution remains.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Fundsmith underperforms again
Terry Smith’s actively-managed fund returned less than 1% in 2025, trailing the MSCI World Index for the fifth year in a row
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Halifax: UK house prices at lowest level since summer as growth slows
Property prices fell by 0.6% month-on-month in a typical Christmas season slowdown, Halifax’s latest house price index shows.
By Sam Walker Published
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Revealed: The most viewed properties on Rightmove amid Boxing Day boost
The property website predicts that the housing market is set for a busy 2026 based on user activity over the festive period. Here are the most viewed homes on Rightmove during Boxing Day
By Marc Shoffman Published
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ISS backs Edinburgh Worldwide’s board as Saba questions SpaceX selloff
Shareholder advisor ISS has recommended that shareholders vote against Saba’s proposals to replace the board of the Baillie Gifford-managed investment trust
By Dan McEvoy Published
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How cancelling unused direct debits could boost your pension by £37,000
A new year refresh of your spending could save you money and help boost your pension pot.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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NS&I cuts interest rates on 8 savings accounts
NS&I will now offer less attractive interest rates for customers wishing to lock their savings away to grow for one, two, three or five years.
By Daniel Hilton Published
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Nationwide: Annual house price growth slows to lowest level in almost two years
The average house price went up by just 0.6% between December 2024 and December 2025, Nationwide Building Society said
By Sam Walker Published
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Santa rally helps FTSE pass 10,000
News A festive boost for the UK’s flagship index sees it open 2026 at record highs
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Crypto investors tax warning: providers must now share account details with HMRC
New cryptocurrency rules mean your details will be passed to HMRC for tax purposes, making it harder for investors to avoid taxes on profits. Here's everything you need to know when investing in the digital asset.
By Dan McEvoy Published
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January Premium Bonds winners announced – did you win £1 million?
More than 2.6 million historic Premium Bonds prizes are still waiting to be claimed, NS&I says
By Sam Walker Published
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Millions of parents are missing out on up to £720 a year in extra pension cash – are you affected?
A mum who narrowly missed out on the pension boost said she “never knew the government rule existed” and wants other parents to use it
By Laura Miller Published
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Where did house prices rise and fall the most in 2025?
Some parts of the UK have seen yearly property price growth of up to 12.6%, but others have seen values fall by as much as 8.9%, research shows.
By Sam Walker Published
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Boost for over 100,000 families on Child Benefit as new HMRC payment system rolled out
Thousands of households will no longer have to pay the dreaded High Income Child Benefit Charge through self-assessment
By Sam Walker Published
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Inheritance tax climbdown as agricultural property relief threshold raised
Reforms to agricultural property relief had sparked strong opposition, and the government has now diluted its controversial inheritance tax plans for farmers
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Edinburgh Worldwide urges shareholders to oppose Saba's proposals
Activist investor Saba Capital has requisitioned a general meeting aimed at replacing Edinburgh Worldwide’s board with three independent directors
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Ovo Energy, British Gas, Octopus Energy: which are the best and worst energy suppliers?
Citizens Advice has ranked 16 energy suppliers for customer service but which one has been crowned the best and which one is the worst?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Household savings ratio drops – are you setting enough aside for 2026?
High inflation has pushed the savings ratio down again and the figure could dip further next year
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How gifting money this Christmas could lower your inheritance tax bill
Cash is an easy and quick present to give over Christmas – and it could protect some of your estate from the taxman down the line
By Sam Walker Published
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£100 contactless card limit to be lifted
Consumers will be able to set their own contactless limits from March 2026, under new rules from the Financial Conduct Authority
By Sam Walker Published
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Zoopla: house price growth stalled in 2025 but forecasts for 1.5% higher next year
Sales soared this year with more than a million deals done but buyers drove hard bargains keeping a lid on prices. A small bounceback in valuations is predicted for 2026, depending on where you live.
By Laura Miller Published
