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Consumer Duty: how the rules are changing financial services - and what they mean for you
Consumer Duty rules came into force almost a year ago, aiming to put customers’ needs first - but have they made a difference?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Private school fees soar and VAT policy looms – what does it mean for you?
After a landslide Labour victory, when will the new government start charging VAT on private school fees? Here’s what the policy could mean for parents.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Number of low-deposit mortgages hits two-year high - what are your options?
The availability of mortgage deals for those with a 5% deposit has risen in recent years. We look at the options for first-time buyers.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Winners and losers from Labour's general election victory
Advice Questions over how Labour will fund its policies and public services means cuts or tax rises may be needed. We reveal the likely winners and losers under the new government.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to be mortgage-ready by the time interest rates start to drop
The Bank of England is making its next base rate decision next month. Rates are expected to drop this summer. Here’s how to be mortgage-ready before interest rates fall
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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Are you better off moving house to beat Labour’s private school fees hike?
Advice Parents are calculating how to cope if VAT is added to private school fees. We explain if moving to an area with lower charges or a better state school is worth it
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Five steps to reduce your tax bill in retirement
State pension payments went up by 8.5% earlier this year. But with income tax thresholds still frozen, you could find yourself giving more away to the taxman. Here’s how to reduce your tax bill.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Can Labour heal Britain?
The new prime minister has work to do, but can his party really fix broken Britain?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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How much is an MP paid in the UK?
Feature Hundreds of MPs, old and new, have been elected to Parliament. Here is how much they could earn.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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