Latest articles by Marc Shoffman, The Week UK
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The pros and cons of Premium BondsThe Explainer The prize rate for Premium Bonds dropped in April, and some savers are uncertain about saving in this way
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Pension ‘death tax’ changes loomThe Explainer Major reforms to how pensions form part of an estate for inheritance tax are coming soon
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NS&I to pay millions owed to bereaved familiesThe Explainer The Treasury-backed bank has blamed operational issues for failing to keep track of thousands of accounts of deceased savers
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How travel insurance works if your holiday is disrupted by conflictThe Explainer The Iran conflict has highlighted how travel insurance will and won’t help stranded holidaymakers
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Six ways to boost your finances in 2026The Explainer It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to finally get organised money-wise
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Could a part-and-part mortgage help you on to the property ladder?The Explainer Combining repayment and interest-only mortgages could become more popular as part of a push towards more flexible lending
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What new cryptocurrency regulations mean for investorsThe Explainer The Treasury and the Financial Conduct Authority aim to make the UK a more attractive and safer place for crypto assets
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How your household budget could look in 2026The Explainer The government is trying to balance the nation’s books but energy bills and the cost of food could impact your finances
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Are UK house prices about to crash?In Depth Higher property taxes and a new mansion tax announced in the Autumn Budget could weigh on house price growth
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How to invest in the artificial intelligence boomThe Explainer Artificial intelligence is the biggest trend in technology, but there are fears that companies are overvalued
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How the clock change could impact your financesThe Explainer The winter months can be more expensive but there are ways to keep your costs down
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The EU’s new Entry/Exit System: how new European travel rules may affect youThe Explainer Britons will eventually have to pay for a visa waiver as part of the new European Union border checks
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Child trust funds explained as over £1.5 million remains unclaimedThe Explainer HMRC data shows hundreds of thousands of young people have yet to claim money they are entitled to
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Six actions to protect your finances before the Autumn BudgetIn Depth Reforms to property taxes, pensions and inheritance tax may be on the agenda for the 2025 Autumn Budget. Here is how you can prepare
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What the 2025 Autumn Budget could mean for your walletThe Explainer Chancellor Rachel Reeves will reveal her latest plan to balance the nation’s finances in November
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Six major costs to cut as children go back to schoolThe Explainer School supplies can be pricey but there are ways to keep costs down
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How a UK wealth tax could workThe Explainer A levy could be on the agenda as Rachel Reeves attempts to get the nation's finances back on track
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What is capital gains tax and how to reduce your billThe Explainer Capital gains tax rates have already increased once under the Labour government and could rise again
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How to check your UK credit scoreThe Explainer A credit score is important for numerous financial arrangements, including taking out a loan, mortgage or credit card
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UK-India trade deal: how the social security arrangements will workThe Explainer A National Insurance exemption in the UK-India trade deal is causing concern but should British workers worry?
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Five best ways to save money at the petrol pumpThe Explainer You don't have to wait for petrol prices to fall to reduce your fuel costs
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Everything you need to know about your P45The Explainer The document from HMRC is vital when moving jobs
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The financial changes to expect in 'Awful April'The Explainer As the new financial year begins, it brings changes for bills, wages and tax
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Is it worth getting an interest-only mortgage?The Explainer Your monthly payments may be cheaper but the full mortgage amount will need to be paid back eventually
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