Personal Finance
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What the Spring Budget really means for your wallet
The Explainer From tax cuts to child benefit changes, here's how the chancellor's latest fiscal update could affect your finances
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Why you need to act fast to grab the best savings rates
The Explainer The top savings deals are disappearing from the market as interest rates remain frozen
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What to consider when buying a holiday home
The Explainer There are plenty of benefits to owning a second home but some councils, locals and lenders are fighting back
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Spring boost for households as energy bills set to fall
feature Energy prices are coming down but bills are still higher than many are used to
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How to beat the broadband price hikes
The Explainer Customers are facing inflation-busting rises – so here is how to find a better deal
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What recession could mean for your finances
The Explainer Shrinking of the economy may result in job losses, lower wages and a credit crunch
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Rising mortgage costs: what can struggling homeowners do?
feature Tips for securing a new deal and what to do if you cannot afford your monthly payments
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The latest scam tactics to look out for in 2024
The Explainer The Home Office has unveiled a new anti-fraud campaign to guard against dangerous scammers
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Is it worth opening a cash ISA before the tax year ends?
The Explainer ISA season is in full swing but you only have until the end of the tax year on 5 April to use or lose your allowance
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The state pension age may have to rise to 71 – when can you retire?
The Explainer A shrinking workforce is set to hit funding for the benefit, which could mean a longer wait for payments
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Say it with taxes: the financial benefits of getting married
The Explainer Popping the question this Valentine's Day or beyond could make your life richer in both love and money
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The risks and rewards of investing outside market hours
Global stock markets don't really sleep, so why should your investment portfolio? Here is why you should consider out-of-hours trading
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How to save money on train travel
feature Rail fares will rise in March but commuters can book some savings now
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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Can 'loud budgeting' save you money?
The Explainer It's the latest money-saving TikTok trend – so how does loud budgeting work?
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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