Latest articles by Marc Shoffman, The Week UK
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The pros and cons of opting out of your workplace pensionThe Explainer Increasing numbers of employees are choosing to leave their pension schemes due to the cost-of-living crisis
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Your First Home: how revived Help to Buy scheme could put you on property ladderThe Explainer Government unveils new housing support scheme but ‘devil will be in the detail’
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How the mansion tax will work and who will be affectedThe Explainer New levy due to be introduced for homes worth more than £2m from April 2028 but will it work as intended?
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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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What to consider if you want to retire abroadThe Explainer Many British retirees may seek warmer climes for their golden years but there are risks to be aware of
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How student loans work and when you need to repay themThe Explainer Graduates are growing increasingly frustrated about high levels of debt
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What the Autumn Budget could mean for your financesThe Explainer John Healey will deliver his first budget as chancellor in October. Here is what might be coming
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How much could you save with supermarket plug-in solar panels?The Explainer Plug-in solar panels can legally be sold in UK stores from the end of August and many are hoping for subsequent savings
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How to cut your airport parking costsThe Explainer Parking your car adds to the cost of your holiday but there are ways to keep prices grounded
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How stoozing can help you make money while you spendThe Explainer The credit card trick has made a return amid high savings rates
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What the triple lock means for state pensionsThe Explainer Prime Minister Andy Burnham has committed to keeping the triple lock – at least for now
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Six reasons your home may not be sellingThe Explainer Property sales are taking longer than ever, but there are often other reasons your home may not be attracting offers
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How to spot a rental scamThe Explainer Rental fraud is on the rise but there are steps you can take to avoid getting caught out
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What an Andy Burnham premiership could mean for your moneyThe Explainer The Labour leadership favourite is expected to put his own stamp on taxes, pensions, and more
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Can you trust artificial intelligence to help manage your money?The Explainer Many people are turning to AI for financial advice but there are questions over the reliability of its responses
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The cost of petrol vs. electric cars as fuel prices soarThe Explainer Higher oil prices have made running an electric vehicle cheaper than a petrol car but there are other costs to consider
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Premium Bonds prizes: all you need to knowThe Explainer It has a reputation as the ‘nation’s favourite savings product’ but might not be your best investment option
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Will inflation keep slowing down?The Explainer Prices rose more slowly in April but the cost of living remains high and could still get worse before it gets better
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Five scams impacting older people and how to fight backThe Explainer Fraudsters are evolving and older people are becoming increasingly vulnerable
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What financial rights do cohabiting couples have?The Explainer Growing numbers of couples are living together, but many may not realise they enjoy fewer rights than those who are married
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Pensions vs. savings: which is best for your money?The Explainer Saving for retirement or shorter-term goals can often be a coin toss
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How to save money on your next holidayThe Explainer Top tips for cutting flight and accommodation costs amid uncertainty over fuel supply
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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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