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Is now a good time to sell a house?
Activity in the housing market has picked up following a lull in the wake of stamp duty changes, but sellers may need to be realistic when setting an asking price
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How to avoid pension fraud
Pension fraud remains rampant, with around £48,000 lost every day in 2024. Here are the main ploys to look out for.
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Beware the savings tax trap: pensioners face paying £2.5 billion in tax on their interest
Savers are being urged to look at ways to shelter their cash from the taxman as the tax burden on savings escalates.
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Which is best – buy-to-let or shares?
Buy-to-let property used to be a great investment, but it’s no longer a sure-fire way to make money.
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What is a tracker fund?
Instead of trying to beat the market, tracker funds – also known as “passive” funds – try to track its performance. Here's what that means.
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27 August 1995: Rugby Union turns professional
On this day in 1995, the International Rugby Board agreed to bring the era of amateur rugby to an end.
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Best cards for travel abroad
Advice Whether you’re going on holiday or you go abroad regularly, we weigh up the best cards for travel.
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What is an emerging market, and should you invest in them?
Emerging markets can be a great way to add diversification to your investment portfolio, but what is an emerging market, and is now a good time to buy into them?
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Don’t miss 31 July ‘payment on account’ tax deadline
Many self-employed people have a second tax payment deadline. With an 8.25% interest charge on late payments, it’s important to pay your bill on time
