Personal Finance
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How ‘friction maxxing’ can help solve overspending and impulse buyingThe Explainer Deleting your saved payment information or turning off one-click purchasing may help you save
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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Zug: The European ‘bolt-hole’ for the Gulf eliteUnder the Radar Historic town has earned the title ‘Swiss Monaco’, as Middle Eastern mega-rich flock to the lakeside haven
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The UK’s £100k tax trapThe Explainer Critics say the tax quirk is unfair and dents ambition
By The Week UK Published
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Satoshi Nakamoto: the mystery behind the creator of BitcoinThe Explainer New investigation sheds light on identity of cryptocurrency’s shadowy founder
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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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
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Can solar panels save you money?The Explainer Demand for renewable domestic energy is rising as Iran war threatens surging prices
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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What will happen to UK energy prices in 2026?The Explainer Energy bills set to drop in April, but households warned to prepare for higher costs later this year due to impact of Iran war
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What is happening with mortgage interest rates?The Explainer Hopes of rate cuts this year have been hit by tensions in the Middle East
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Last updated
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How to prepare your finances for rising inflationThe Explainer Conflict in Iran is expected to push up prices and bills but people can fight back
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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