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More Bad News for Savers?
After interest rates remain frozen, savers investing in Isas have been dealt another blow...
How Much Money Do We Really Need?
New YouGov research shows that once you start earning more money and begin climbing the financial ladder, the more you need to be content.
Huge Lump Sums Withdrawn from Pensions
Since the new pension freedoms took effect in April, figures show that savers have been taking out £27m a day.
Exploring Capital Gains Tax on Inherited Properties
Working out Capital Gains Tax can be difficult, especially when the situation is complicated due to inherited properties.
China's Economic Crisis: Are We Overreacting?
The fall in prices in the Chinese stock market has caused an element of chaos around the world, but perhaps doing nothing may be the best course of action for investors…
Chinese Stocks Fall on Black Monday
Earlier this week, effects were felt across the globe as the Chinese stock market fell by the largest amount since 1996.
Millions of People Missold Bank Card Insurance
Around 2 million people will be able to claim compensation for missold bank card insurance.
House Buyers Taking out Longer Term Mortgages
More and more house buyers are taking out 30 year or more mortgages in an attempt to cut down on their monthly repayments.
Changes to Your Pension Annual Allowance
Changes to pension tax relief are coming in April next year.
Could Your Will be Contested?
One woman went to court and received over £150,000 of her mother's estate, despite not being included in the will. Does this mean that your will could be contested too?
Mortgages and Rising Interest Rates
Homeowners set to face extra costs with an interest increase “drawing closer”.
Interest Rates Remain Low on Super Thursday
The decision has been made to keep interest rates set at a record low 0.5%, despite expectations that they would rise.
Inheritance Tax Changes - How Are You Affected?
The recent changes to inheritance tax have caused confusion as to how much can be passed on tax-free in a will. We take a look at how you may be affected.
The UK is Third Most Popular Place for Investment
According to a report by the World Economic Forum (WEF), the UK is the third most popular place for international investment.
How to Avoid Pension Scams
Pensions are one of the best ways to secure your future after retirement, however pension scams are becoming more commonplace in the UK, putting people’s savings at risk.
Interest Rates Increase: Opinions
Despite inflation sitting at 0%, the Bank of England could be about to raise interest rates to a targeted 2%. We look at the opinions of a number of leading financial experts.
Is Cash Still King?
As cashless payments become increasingly popular, are we about to see the end of coins and notes altogether?
Interest Rates Set to Rise
Mark Carney, the current governor of the Bank of England, has suggested that interest could rise to around 2% within the next three years.
Saving Increases By 50% in Just 10 Years
The amount that people are saving every month has risen by 52% over the past ten years, according to the spring 2015 NS&I Savings Survey by TNS.
Apple Pay and Online Financial Security
Apple Pay launches in the UK today allowing those with an iPhone to pay for goods using their device. But what is Apple Pay and just how safe is your money when banking and buying online?