Latest articles by Marc Shoffman, The Week UK
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Will the Budget kill off entrepreneurship?
The Explainer James Dyson warns that fiscal changes could harm small businesses
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How the national debt affects your finances
Rachel Reeves has changed the rules, but why does that matter?
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The fight against the 'poverty premium' on insurance
Personal finance Lower-income households can be hardest hit when it comes to monthly premiums
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How new bank transfer scam protections could help you
The Explainer Banks must now refund up to £85,000 of losses from authorised push payment fraud
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House price growth hits two-year high – when is the time to buy?
The Explainer Mortgage rates are dropping but the Autumn Budget may dampen demand in the property market in the final months of the year
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How the Autumn Budget could affect your finances
The Explainer From tax rises to pension reforms, the chancellor's decision may have a significant impact
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What could Labour's housing policy look like?
The Explainer The government is determined to shake up the housing sector after regaining power for the first time in 14 years
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What 'day one rights' could mean for employees and their bosses
The Explainer Staff set to get protections from day one of a new job
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What the controversial triple lock means for state pensions
feature Concerns that policy may make the state pension unaffordable for new Labour government
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How and why have UK stamps changed?
The Explainer As first-class stamp prices rise again, Royal Mail says 'urgent reform' is needed
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Why you need a pension to avoid 'retirement regret'
The Explainer Millions could face a shortfall in their golden years by failing to save for their retirement
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How to spot and avoid ticket scams
The Explainer Music fans who missed out on Oasis tickets and those looking to book other major events should be vigilant
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The financial impact of returning to work in later life – should you 'unretire'?
The Explainer Many people return to the workplace after retirement age, but what could it mean for your finances?
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Energy prices set to rise in October – how to reduce your gas and electricity bill
The Explainer With the price cap expected to rise before this winter, what is the best way to prepare, and lower costs?
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Downsizing is on the rise – what should homeowners consider
The Explainer There are various issues to consider when deciding if downsizing is the right move for you and your retirement
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Mortgage interest rates: when will they come down again?
The Explainer Millions of people are holding out for a better deal on their mortgages this year
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The taxes Labour could raise to plug spending shortfalls
The Explainer Chancellor Rachel Reeves has warned Labour inherited a 'black hole' spending gap from the Tories
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How to avoid becoming a mortgage prisoner
The Explainer Thousands of homeowners are stuck with expensive mortgages they can't escape
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How to save money on summer holiday activities
The Explainer Children may be looking forward to the summer holidays but it can be a financially stressful time for parents
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What the Labour government could mean for your finances
The Explainer New chancellor Rachel Reeves has laid out the government's main money policies – but how will they impact you?
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How stamp duty works and who pays it
The Explainer As a Labour government may change how stamp duty works for first-time buyers, here's what you need to know
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How to save money on a UK staycation
The Explainer If the heatwave puts you in the mood for a holiday nearer home, there are ways you could cut costs
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What is capital gains tax and how to reduce your bill
The Explainer There are fears that a future Labour government could hike the levy
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Six surprising issues that may affect your mortgage application
The Explainer From gambling to social media, your lifestyle and spending habits could worry mortgage lenders
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