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Thousands of estates are sitting unclaimed in the UK – is your family name on the list?
More than 5,700 unclaimed estates are on a government list waiting to be found by living relatives. We take a look at the list, and explain how to make a claim
By Ruth Emery Published
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420,000 more pensioners to be dragged into paying income tax – how does tax on the state pension work?
Hundreds of thousands more pensioners will need to pay tax on their pension income at the end of this tax year, new HMRC data shows. We look at how taxation on the state pension works.
By Daniel Hilton Published
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Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff?
As energy prices remain volatile and far above pre-2022 levels, is now the time to look for a fixed energy tariff? We check out the latest gas and electricity deals
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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The £40k cost of starting your pension five years late – and how to fix it
Savers who postponed their pension saving by five years when they first started working could be £40k worse off in retirement. Can you fix the errors of your youth?
By Katie Williams Published
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What house features do homebuyers look for? How to boost house price by £20k
When it comes to selling property, these house features are likely to seal the deal for prospective buyers
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Annuity rates hit a record for the decade – is now a good time to buy an annuity?
Annuity rates have increased 10% since May 2024, part of an upward trend, while sales of the pension product are also soaring. Should you buy an annuity?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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7 potential stock market winners from Labour’s industrial strategy
Investing on the coat-tails of government ambition can be a good way to take advantage of public support for certain private projects.
By Laura Miller Published
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Chase UK launches first credit card – how does it compare?
Chase UK customers can now apply for the bank’s first ever credit card. Will it be as popular and competitive as Chase’s current and savings accounts? We have all the details
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How to claim compensation for travel delays
As families start to jet off for their summer holidays, new data reveals that almost 26,700 flights were cancelled in the UK last year. What compensation can you get if your flight is cancelled or delayed?
By Ruth Emery Last updated