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Winter Fuel Payment – what is it and who can get it?
Advice Pensioners with incomes less than £35,000 will be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment this year after a policy flip flop – but scammers are targeting the confusion. We explain how it works, and how to spot a Winter Fuel Payment scam.
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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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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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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
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7 pension mistakes to avoid before you retire
These are the 7 pensions mistakes you could be making - and how to avoid them
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The most popular ISA funds, stocks and investment trusts
As we enter the new tax year, we look at the most popular ISA funds, investment trusts and stocks over the past four months
