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Scammers steal over £600 million from Brits - how to protect yourself
Fraud cases in the first half of the year surged by 17% compared to the same period in 2024. Is your money at risk?
By Sam Walker Published
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Financial support for carers: what can you get?
Unpaid carers miss out on an average £6,400 a year in annual salary by cutting work to support loved ones. We explore benefits that can plug the financial gap.
By Holly Thomas Published
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'After property renovation costs spiralled, I had no choice but to get a second charge mortgage'
After unprecedented events wreaked havoc on a couple's property renovation plans, they turned to a second charge mortgage. What are they and how do they work?
By Samantha Partington Published
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‘My estate faces a £214,000 tax bill unless I get married’ - the perils of the inheritance tax pension reforms
The chancellor's plans to charge inheritance tax on unused pension wealth could be bad news for cohabiting couples
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to earn over 4% on your cash… using a stocks and shares ISA
Savers worried about a potential cut to the cash ISA limit in the Autumn Budget could shield their money from the taxman using a money market fund in a stocks and shares ISA. We explain how
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Investec enters cash ISA market with top rate for savers
The bank and wealth management group's new fixed-rate deal is one of the best on the market.
By Sam Walker Published
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
Property market activity has paused in the build-up to the Autumn Budget. Where are prices heading in 2025 and beyond?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Family feuds over inheritances surge 61% – how to win the game of will wrangling
Later inheritances, health issues and more complicated family dynamics are increasingly coming into play when it comes to fighting over the family’s fortune. Here’s what you need to know
By Laura Miller Published
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Twice as many taxpayers targeted in HMRC capital gains tax crackdown – could you be next?
A rise in the number of capital gains tax penalties follows significant cuts to tax-free allowances, catching more taxpayers out
By Laura Miller Published
