Household Bills

Solar panels vs heat pumps - which will save more on your energy bills?

If you’re looking to decarbonise your home, improve its efficiency and save money on your energy bills, you might want to consider investing in solar panels or a heat pump

Battery-operated vs plug-in lights - which are cheaper to run this Christmas?
What temperature should a room be?
Smart meters vs regular meters - the pros and cons of smart meters

Water meter vs rates- which is cheaper to run water?

Is it cheaper to have a water meter or be on a fixed rate? Good to know when a soak in the tub becoming more expensive.

Water bills up in April: how much more will you pay?

Water bills are set to go up in April – what does this mean for you and how to get help with bills

By Sue Hayward • Published 2 February 23
How to reduce your water bill

Water bills are going up across England and Wales in April by an average of £31 a year but there are plenty of ways you can slash your bills

By Sue Hayward • Last updated 2 February 23
The best energy suppliers for 2023 - and the worst, revealed by consumer organisation

See if your energy provider is rated as one of the best or below-average energy suppliers for 2023

By Vaishali Varu • Published 2 February 23

Best broadband deals February 2023

Here are the best broadband deals right now. Some of the best prices are only around for a limited time.

By Vaishali Varu • Last updated 2 February 23
Best SIM-only deals: save money on mobile deals

Looking for the best SIM-only deals? We've got you covered

By Vaishali Varu • Last updated 1 February 23
This under-used washing machine setting can save you £37

Make this one simple change when you put the wash on and save around £37 per year on your energy bills

By Vaishali Varu • Published 1 February 23

Consumer Advice

Selling second-hand: do I need to pay tax?

If you sell on sites like eBay and Facebook – do you need to pay tax on money earned?

Broadband scams warning: scam calls cash in on upcoming price hikes

As broadband prices are set to hike from April, so are broadband scam - we explain how to spot the scams

By Vaishali Varu • Published 3 February 23
Revealed: Airline exchange rate rip-off hikes flight costs up to 11%

Some airlines add a hefty markup when flights are paid for in sterling rather than a different currency. We reveal which airlines use a poor exchange rate - and how to avoid getting stung

By Ruth Emery • Published 3 February 23
Nectar Big Points Bonanza: boost your Nectar points balance this week

Earn thousands of extra Nectar points by 4 February through Nectar Big Points Bonanza

By John Fitzsimons • Published 2 February 23

TV licence scam warning: how to spot the latest fake emails

How TV Licence scam emails pressure you to part with your bank details

By George Martin • Published 1 February 23
Food inflation hits record 16.7% - is it time to switch to a cheaper supermarket?

With food inflation at a record high, is it time to switch to a cheaper supermarket? Find out which comes out as the cheapest and how much you can save

By Vaishali Varu • Published 31 January 23
Are fuel prices going down in the UK?

Anger rises as the fall in the wholesale price of fuel is not being reflected in the price we pay at the pumps

By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Last updated 31 January 23

Cost of Living

How to reduce your water bill

Water bills are going up across England and Wales in April by an average of £31 a year but there are plenty of ways you can slash your bills

Will energy prices go down in 2023?

As households grapple with a big increase in their electricity and gas bills, we look at energy prices and if they could fall in 2023

By Katie Binns • Last updated 30 January 23
Can you make more than £4,000 renting out your driveway?

Depending on where you live, you could make renting out your driveway another stream of income. We tell you where and how

By Vaishali Varu • Published 26 January 23
Council tax reduction for pensioners: am I eligible and how to claim?

Everything you need to know about claiming council tax reduction for pensioners

By Sue Hayward • Last updated 20 January 23

Banking & Savings

The best cash ISA rates February 2023

We tell you the best cash ISA rates on the market, so you can see your savings grow tax-free.

Best savings accounts February 2023

The best savings accounts are paying the highest rates we’ve seen in nearly a decade. We tell you the best saving accounts to keep your money in

By Vaishali Varu • Last updated 2 February 23
February 2023 Premium Bond winners revealed making two millionaires - how to check if you’ve won

February’s draw sees the 500th premium bond holder millionaire celebrating their win, along with hundreds of other lucky winners

By Vaishali Varu • Published 2 February 23
The best 0% balance transfer credit cards February 2023

Move to a 0% balance transfer credit card and cut the cost of your debt. Here are the best on the market

By Vaishali Varu • Last updated 2 February 23

Mortgages & Homes

Remortgage deals February 2023: the ultimate guide to the latest offers

As interest rates go up, we’ve found the latest remortgage deals and explain why it’s worth switching

Base rate rises to 4% - what it means for your money

The Bank of England has increased the base rate from 3.5% to 4%, marking the 10th rise in a row. We explain what this means for your mortgage, savings and loans

By Ruth Emery • Published 2 February 23
House prices drop for fifth straight month: 10 places least and most vulnerable to house price crash

As house prices drop for the fifth month in a row, we reveal the 10 areas of the UK most immune to falling property prices

By John Fitzsimons • Published 1 February 23
UK house prices latest: are house prices going down?

What’s really going on with UK house prices? We explain the latest house price trends, mortgage deals and if now is a good time to buy or sell a home

By Katie Binns • Last updated 1 February 23