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The UK areas with the highest and lowest council tax burden
London residents are less impacted by council tax compared to other parts of the UK, new data shows
By Laura Miller Published
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How to invest in the booming insurance market
The insurance sector is experiencing rapid growth after years of stagnation. Smart investors should buy in now, says Rupert Hargreaves
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Equity release jumps 32% amid growing inheritance tax concerns
Homeowners have unlocked millions of pounds in housing wealth so far in 2025. Could it help reduce inheritance tax liabilities?
By Laura Miller Published
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How much state pension will I get?
There are several things that determine how much state pension you'll get when you hit state pension age. Here's how to work out your entitlement
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How do ISA millionaires invest – and could you become one by 2032?
Hargreaves Lansdown says that their ISA millionaires invest regularly and early, with a preference for active funds. We reveal the top funds they invested in – and how much you would already need in your portfolio to join the club by 2032.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overcharged
Over £1.4 billion has been reclaimed in pension tax overpayments since 2015. Could you be due a refund?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Private school fees rise by up to £111,300 as VAT policy kicks in
The cost of sending just one child to private school to age 18 has jumped by more than £100,000 as a result of VAT being introduced on school fees, new analysis suggests
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Full list of HMRC tax codes and what they mean
Tax codes can tell us vital information about how much we are paying HMRC in the current tax year. Here's how to check you've got the correct code
By Jessica Sheldon Last updated
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Are Premium Bonds worth it? Two-thirds of holders have never won a prize
More than 14 million Premium Bonds holders have never won despite increases in the number of prizes worth £50 and £100
By Laura Miller Published