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AI in finance: should you take financial advice from ChatGPT?
There are huge opportunities for AI to improve and democratise financial services, particularly financial advice. However, with Brits increasingly trusting generic AI platforms to make financial decisions for them, we investigate the risks
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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How much do retirees spend per year on average?
Much of our working lives is spent planning for retirement, but how much do retirees actually spend?
By Laura Miller Published
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Inheritance tax take rises again as loved ones pay £200 million more
Inheritance tax receipts keep rising but there are rumours chancellor Rachel Reeves wants to tighten the rules again to increase the inheritance tax take even more to shore up struggling public finances.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Brits could use ‘highly effective’ estate planning tool to cut inheritance tax rate by 10%
Inheritance tax policy changes are prompting a surge in individuals overhauling their plans for their estate, say professional advisers
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Top 10 areas with the biggest inheritance tax bills – is your town on the list?
People in some of the wealthiest parts of London pay the most inheritance tax – but there are a few areas outside the capital where big bills are paid when a loved one dies
By Ruth Emery Published
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What is the state pension triple lock?
The UK state pension triple lock is loved by pensioners but hated by economists. What is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
We explore the savings accounts that can best protect your money from inflation as millions of savers miss out on inflation-beating rates.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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What happens to your pension if you retire abroad?
Holidays don’t have to end. Thousands of people leave the UK every year, many to enjoy their retirement in another country, seeking lower taxes, sun and often more affordable adventure. We look at what happens to your pension if you retire abroad.
By Ruth Emery Last updated