Rental market: Increase in landlords falling behind with mortgage repayments
The number of landlords who have fallen behind with their mortgage repayments has increased by 29% between June and September, according to the latest data.
View ArticleSaving money: Find easy access rates of over 5% by looking beyond the high...
Opting for a savings account with a high street bank may seem like the obvious choice when looking for a secure and profitable place to earn money on your cash.
View ArticleMaximising your savings and investments: Are you in the know about ISAs?
Reports the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, may make changes to ISAs in his Autumn Statement offer a golden opportunity for savers, says Uma Rajah. Here she offers a refresher on the different types of ISA...
View ArticleSavings boost as inflation falls to 4.6% – why account switchers should act soon
There are now some savings accounts which are offering inflation-beating savings following the fall in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in October.
View ArticleBlack Friday: Shop like a pro without blowing your budget
Sharpen your elbows – Black Friday is approaching!
View ArticleMajor lenders slash mortgage rates to below 5% with more expected to follow
Mortgage rates of below 5% are starting to appear on the market offering borrowers more flexibility as well as reduced prices for borrowing.
View ArticleSavings rates fall: Here’s how to grab the best deals before they vanish
Savers considering locking their money into fixed rate accounts or ISAs are being warned interest rates on these products have fallen for the first time since April 2021.
View ArticleAutumn Statement: Four measures most likely to impact your finances
A cut to National Insurance and an 8.5% increase to the state pension were amongst the measures announced in today’s Autumn Statement which are most likely to have a direct impact on our personal...
View ArticleEnergy bills to rise by nearly £8 a month from January
The average energy bill will increase by £94 a year or £7.83 a month in January as Ofgem announced it was increasing its price cap.
View ArticleChristmas on a budget: Have a fun and frugal festive season
From navigating the party season on a meagre budget to avoiding scams when you are shopping the Black Friday sales – here’s how to keep a tight rein on your Christmas budget
View ArticleAdditional costs for first-time buyers: How to keep them as low as possible
You may think first-time buyers have enough to contend with thanks to high house prices, increased mortgage rates and the challenge of building a deposit.
View ArticleSavings rates hit their peak: Why switching accounts now could pay off in 2024
It’s Christmas and the focus is more on spending than saving. Yet, this could in fact be an ideal time to start thinking about opening – or switching to – a new savings account.
View ArticleCan you recycle wrapping paper? – How best to dispose of your Christmas waste
Wondering which type of wrapping paper can be recycled and what to do with your tree at the end of Christmas? Maybe you need advice on reusing gifts and cards? Here’s how to save money whilst also...
View ArticleBank of England holds interest rates at 5.25%: How will this impact your...
Interest rates have been held at 5.25% for the third consecutive time but experts are warning borrowers are not out of the woods yet.
View ArticleSavers urged to ‘shop around now’ as interest rate hikes remain on pause
The rise of interest rates from 0.1% to 5.25% in under two years has been a kick in the teeth for mortgage borrowers. But for those with savings there has at least been some positivity.
View ArticleAre your Christmas gifts covered? Why it’s worth checking your home insurance
Households planning to receive any high-value items from Father Christmas are being advised to review their home insurance to check they will be fully covered.
View ArticleInflation falls to 3.9%: What does this mean for your mortgage and savings?
Inflation has fallen to 3.9% signalling more rate cuts for mortgage borrowers and some better options for savers.
View ArticleEnergy prices predicted to fall by 14% in April
Energy bills could fall by an average of £268 a year in April according to Cornwall Insight which has forecast a 14% cut to the price cap in the Spring.
View ArticleCost of borrowing on credit cards increases whilst terms worsen
The cost of borrowing money on credit cards has reached an all-time high, according to analysis from Moneyfacts.co.uk.
View ArticleNew year finances: 12 ways to save more money in 2024
What better time to get your finances in order than a New Year? If you need a gentle nudge and a flash of inspiration, savings expert Anita Naik has plenty of ideas to get you motivated
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