Latest articles by Marc Shoffman, The Week UK
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What lower inflation means for your finances
The Explainer The inflation rate has hit its lowest level for two years, but it's not all good news
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How much does moving house cost?
The Explainer House prices may fluctuate but there are also various fees to consider when buying a new home
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Have interest rates peaked?
The Explainer Bank of England has held base rate again but fears remain that high inflation could trigger further hikes
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The winter benefits available for struggling households
The Explainer From fuel payments to Christmas bonuses, bill support is being offered as temperatures drop
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Affordable ways to keep your home warm this winter
feature Households are paying more for their energy than last winter but there are ways to cut the costs of heating your home
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Could an AI chatbot fix your finances?
The Explainer A growing number of artificial intelligence tools promise to help users to save, invest and budget
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The cost of Christmas: how to make seasonal savings
The Explainer Many households will be looking to keep their Christmas costs down this festive season
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'Cost-of-children crisis': the mounting expenses of parenthood
The Explainer Analysis shows that one in five UK households with children are in 'serious financial difficulty'
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When should you turn the heating on?
The Explainer It is getting colder outside but should you wait to turn the heating on as energy bills remain high?
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Can you still claim for mis-sold payment protection insurance?
The Explainer Millions of customers may still be owed PPI compensation after 'fresh legal action'
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How safe are your savings in the bank?
The Explainer The Financial Services Compensation Scheme protects up to £85,000 per person for each 'authorised institution' or banking group
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Why electric car insurance is rising
The Explainer EV drivers are facing hefty premium hikes by insurers 'wobbling about the cost of net zero'
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State pension mistakes: how to check your payments are correct
The Explainer Millions of people have been underpaid their state pension – are you affected?
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The tax on being single
feature A single person spends about £1,851 a month on household bills, compared to £991 for those who are coupled up
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Support schemes to help first-time buyers onto the property ladder
The Explainer Purchasing a home is expensive but first-time buyers can get help
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How to reduce your energy bills by tackling 'vampire' devices
Personal FInance Leaving appliances on standby could be adding to your energy bills
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How a regular saver account can boost your nest egg
Rates of up to 7% could kickstart your savings habit
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How to find the best student discounts
Your student ID can help cut the high costs of university life, but make sure you shop around
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How to cut the cost of pet insurance
Prices for some premiums are barking mad but animal owners can avoid paying over the odds
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How to teach your children about money
An understanding of numbers, cash and savings can be picked up early
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Marathon mortgages: should you get a 35-year home loan?
feature Longer-term loans mean smaller monthly repayments for borrowers but increase overall interest cost
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The cost of cooling your home
feature Households can use expert tips to help keep their energy bills down while getting relief from the heat
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What are your banking options if your local branch shuts?
feature An average of 54 UK branches have closed every month since January 2015
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Save or invest: how to time it right
feature Savings rates have hit 15-year highs but investing may still prove more profitable
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