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Plum offers top 5.17% cash ISA on the market – but do its restrictions make it worthwhile?
The savings app is now the best cash ISA on the market. But with a few caveats on the account, how good is Plum’s cash ISA?
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Lasting power of attorney registrations have hit a record high – do you need one?
Feature A lasting power of attorney can be used to appoint a loved one to help with important financial and medical decisions. We explain when you should consider getting support.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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FCA urged to crack down on UK car insurance claim valuation ‘lowballing’
Which? has called on the financial regulator to ‘toughen up’ its car insurance consumer protections after it found drivers were ‘dissatisfied’ with write-off valuations
By Henry Sandercock Published
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How much state pension will I get?
Advice The full new state pension is currently £221.20 per week - but what you receive will depend on a number of factors. We look at how to work out exactly how much state pension you will get and when
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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State pension fund ‘to run dry’ in 20 years ‒ will you get one?
Spending on state benefits, including the state pension, are set to escalate in the years ahead, calling into question how sustainable the pension is in its current form
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Five steps to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The state pension has increased by 8.5%. But with income tax thresholds still frozen, you could see your tax bill go up too. Here's how to reduce your tax bill.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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The best offers for switching banks – get up to £200 free cash
Features Looking to move bank accounts? See which banks are offering bonuses when you move current accounts
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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5 UK pension changes you should know about in 2024
This year is shaping up to be a big one for pensions, with the Conservatives and Labour competing to attract pensioner votes. Here's how it will impact pension savers or retirees.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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ISA guide: everything you need to know for the 2024/25 tax year
In our ISA guide, we explain everything you need to know about ISAs: how they work, how much you can pay in, what investments you can hold, and how to transfer one.
By Ruth Emery Last updated