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My Chase boosted rate ends this month – where should I put my money?
Chase has offered a series of temporary bonus deals on its popular savings account recently, typically boosting your rate for around six months. However, those who signed up in the summer are coming to the end of the deal.
By Katie Williams Published
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Pension tax relief – why the taxman could owe you money
If you haven't yet completed your tax return ahead of the 31 January deadline, don't forget any unclaimed pension tax relief
By Katie Williams Last updated
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How investors are protecting themselves from increased capital gains tax
With capital gains tax increasing since the Autumn Budget, investors are turning to tax wrappers like SIPPs and ISAs to shield their wealth
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Divorce and money - everything you need to know if you are splitting up
Advice The first working Monday of January is dubbed ‘divorce day’. If you’re thinking of splitting up, we look at what divorce means for your finances and how to manage money when separating
By Chris Newlands Last updated
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Eight ways to reduce your inheritance tax bill
The government has collected a record amount of inheritance tax in recent years – but these steps could help you cut your bill
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Nationwide to cut interest rates on more than 20 savings accounts
Nationwide Building Society is to slash the interest rates on several savings accounts. We list the accounts affected and when the changes will take place
By Jessica Sheldon Published
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Private school fees rise as VAT policy kicks in
Many schools hiked fees at the start of the academic year in September in anticipation of the VAT hike, which kicked in on 1 January
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Calculate the stamp duty on your house sale: how much of a UK sold house price is taxed?
The amount of stamp duty you pay depends on which band the house price you’re paying falls into. Here's how the tax works.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Premium Bonds saver wins £1 million in first eligible draw - who else won?
NS&I has unveiled January’s Premium Bond winners. Who bagged the jackpot and what other prizes are on offer?
By Katie Williams Published