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How to sell a property that floods – ways to avoid a 31% hit to your asking price
Flood risks can knock up to a third off the value of your home when you come to sell but there are ways to soften to blow
By Laura Miller Published
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State pension could rise by £560 next year – triggering pensioner tax for first time in 2027
Frozen income tax thresholds are on a collision course with the state pension increases, dragging more pensioners into paying tax
By Laura Miller Last updated
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How to get the best travel insurance
Finding the best travel insurance policy is vital for holidaymakers to avoid getting stung by unexpected costs. We look at how to choose the right cover
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Thousands of savers with £250k pensions take cash over tax-free money and IHT fears
With a record £70 billion withdrawn from pensions in the year to March, experts are concerned savers are making knee-jerk decisions without advice that could affect their long term wealth
By Laura Miller Published
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Key money dates for 2025/26
We run through the key dates and big money changes coming up this year and into 2026 that could affect your financial health
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Could your family be at risk of an unexpected tax bill? How to keep your loved ones in the loop
Many families are out of the loop when it comes to planning the financial aspects of both retirement and inheritance
By Dan McEvoy Published
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5 ways your boss can help boost your pension
Workplaces have a huge opportunity to make employees more aware of their pension options throughout their career – here’s how your employer can help boost your pot to help give you a more comfortable retirement
By Laura Miller Published
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Car finance compensation: FCA warns drivers against using rip off claims firms for share of £18bn
The FCA estimates most eligible motorists will receive around £950 in compensation per agreement – and said they won’t need a claims management company or law firm to access a redress scheme
By Laura Miller Published
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Could the Enterprise Investment Scheme cut your tax bill?
The Enterprise Investment Scheme is tax-efficient and potentially lucrative. Taking a chance on the scheme could trim your family’s IHT bill, says David Prosser
By David Prosser Published