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RICS: Property market confidence is rising amid hopes of rate cuts
News Research shows buyers and seller sentiment has turned positive and that could mean house prices rise later this year
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Halifax: house prices rise for the fourth consecutive month
UK house price growth has hit its highest annual level since January 2023 as confidence returns among buyers and sellers. Will house prices still fall in 2024?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Most popular Sipp investments - savers opt for global growth and tech funds to boost retirement pots
Sipp investors started the year with a “glass half full” mentality, opting for global growth funds, Indian equities and tech funds in their Sipps in January. Money market funds also proved popular. We look at where Sipp investors are putting their money
By Katie Williams Published
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Cash is king this ISA season - but what else do investors like?
Investors took advantage of higher interest rates, adding money market funds and individual gilts to their ISAs in January. Tracker funds and UK income also proved popular. Here’s where investors are putting their money this ISA season
By Katie Williams Published
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State pension age may rise to 71 – when will you get yours?
News Research warns the shrinking workforce and rising life expectancy may push up the state pension age
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Shop price inflation slows to 18-month low
UK shop price inflation has dropped sharply, raising hopes that inflationary pressures are easing. We look at which items have seen the biggest slowdowns - and what it means for wider inflation figures and interest rates.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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February 2024 NS&I Premium Bonds winners - check now to see what you've won
Premium Bond holders can check from today (2 February) to see what they’ve won in NS&I’s February 2024 Premium Bond draw
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Savings rates continue to fall amid another interest rate freeze
Top savings deals continue to disappear as the base rate has been held for the fourth time- what does the savings market look like now?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25% for fourth consecutive meeting – are cuts coming?
News The interest rate freeze has continued. We explain what it means for borrowers and savers.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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February 2024 Premium Bond winners – have you bagged the £1m jackpot?
Two Premium Bond holders begin February as millionaires. Find out if you’re one of them and what other prizes are up for grabs in this month’s draw.
By Katie Williams Published
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NS&I squeezes the rate on new green savings bonds – is it any good?
NS&I has released the seventh issue of its green savings bonds, but slashed the rate on the three-year fixed-term bond from 3.95% to 2.95% – which begs the question, is going green too expensive?
By Katie Williams Published
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Last chance to grab TSB’s bank switching offer before no deals remain
If you’re looking to switch banks, you will need to act fast to snap up TSB’s £185 switching offer before it ends tonight- as no more deals will remain on the market from midnight
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Nationwide: Average house prices rose in January – will property values recover in 2024?
News The latest Nationwide house price index shows lower mortgage rates are boosting house prices. What does this mean for the property market?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Households still face paying over the odds for fixed rate energy tariffs as deals improve
Fixed rate energy tariffs are becoming more competitive but even the cheapest is still more expensive than the price cap – is it worth fixing your gas and electricity bill?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Halifax: First-time buyer mortgage deposits fell 15% in 2023 - is now the time to buy?
News Buyers who could afford higher mortgage rates paid lower deposits to get on the property ladder last year amid the market slowdown
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to grab Premium Bond winnings in February before prize fund rate drops to 4.4%
Find out how to bag Premium Bond winnings in February’s draw before the prize fund rate falls from 4.65% to 4.4%, resulting in 72,000 fewer prizes
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Deadline warning for easyJet Covid vouchers
Holidaymakers only have a matter of days to cash in vouchers issued by easyjet and other airlines as a result of cancelled flights during the pandemic
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Zoopla: House prices stabilise as buyer demand returns
House prices remain stable month-on-month and property sales are on the rise. Is now a good time to buy or sell a house?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Pension tax refunds approach £1.2 billion - are you owed money from a shock bill?
News HMRC has refunded almost £1.2 billion in overpaid tax since pension freedom rules were introduced. Here is how retirees can avoid an unexpected bill.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Spain tops list of cheapest countries to live
Thinking of moving abroad? Spain, Italy and Portugal are the cheapest countries to live according to the 2024 Cost of Living Overseas Index.
By Ruth Emery Published
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New law to tackle ‘hidden pricing’ ‒ will it protect your money?
Government pledges to crack down on issues of hidden pricing and fake reviews in order to protect shoppers.
By John Fitzsimons Published
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Inheritance tax receipts move closer to record year after £400 million rise
News The Treasury raked in £5.7 billion from inheritance tax between April and December 2023 as it heads for record receipts
By Marc Shoffman Published
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State pension underpayments: HMRC contacts thousands of women over £1.3bn missing payments
News An estimated 210,000 women have missed out on state pension payments due to government errors. HMRC has started sending out letters to those affected - we explain who will receive one, and what to do if you think you're owed money but don't get a letter.
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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Three pension-related reasons you might need to file a tax return
The self-assessment deadline is fast approaching, with millions of people due to submit a tax return by 31 January. But did you know you may need to file a return because of your pension savings? We explain all.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Average ISA rates show biggest monthly decline since 2009
New data shows the rates on ISAs and traditional savings have been cut to their lowest level since 2009. Here’s what the savings market looks like right now
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Pensions tax relief - why the taxman could owe you money
News If you're yet to complete a self-assessment tax return for 2022/23 ahead of the end of January deadline, then don't forget your unclaimed pensions tax relief. Here's how to make sure you claim all the tax relief you’re entitled to
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensions boost for parents - new measures could help you get back £1,000s
Parents who opted out of receiving child benefit because of the High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge face getting a lower state pension - but a new fix means you’ll soon be able to plug the gap and it could be worth thousands
By John Fitzsimons Published
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RICS: Falling mortgage rates are providing respite for house prices
News Property professionals appear less concerned about house prices drops but values are still forecast to fall
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to get a best-buy 5.09% cash ISA with Moneybox plus £25 cashback
Moneybox currently has the best buy cash ISA at 5.09% - and if you’re eligible, you can also bag a £25 cashback bonus
By Vaishali Varu Published