Household Bills
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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
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Full list of broadband and TV April price hikes - how much will you be paying?
Millions of broadband customers will see bill hikes - how much will you be paying from April and how can you beat it?
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Ovo Energy launches a one-year fixed deal to beat the energy price guarantee – but can it actually save you money on energy bills?
Ovo energy has announced a one-year fixed deal for customers – we look at what it’s offering and if it can help you save money on your energy bills
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Cost of living payments – exact dates when you can expect your first £301 payment
8 million UK households will start to receive another cost of living payment from April – we explain who is eligible and how much you will get
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This £30 purchase could cut £300 off your energy bill
This £30 purchase can keep you warm and could save you more than £300 on your energy bill over the winter months.
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Broadband speed: how fast does your broadband need to be?
Avoid the dreaded buffering by ensuring your broadband speed is fast enough to meet your needs
Consumer Advice
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Your end-of-tax-year checklist
We’ve put together a handy list so you can make the most of tax breaks and allowances before the tax year ends on 5 April, potentially saving hundreds of pounds.
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Seven ‘awful April’ price hikes – how to beat them and save money
A whole heap of price hikes are coming in this April – we run through the main ones along with ways to beat them and save money
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Food prices: how to cut costs as UK food price inflation hits 18.2%
Food prices are hitting new record highs – going up by 18.2% and even doubling in some cases. We share 12 ways you can save hundreds of pounds on your supermarket bill
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Car tax to rise by 10.1% in April: what the increase means for you
Vehicle excise duty will be increasing from 1 April, meaning higher costs for many motorists. We reveal clever ways to save money on your car tax.
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Inflation rises to 10.4% as food prices surge: what does it mean for you?
As prices rise again, household finances are coming under a lot more pressure. We look at what’s increased and why, and how you can beat inflation
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Selling VHS tapes: could your old videotape be worth over $25k?
Some VHS tapes can fetch a small fortune. If you’ve still got boxes of old 80s and 90s cassette tapes, it could be time to dust them off to try and make some cash. We explain what to check for and how to sell them
Cost of Living
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Food prices: how to cut costs as UK food price inflation hits 18.2%
Food prices are hitting new record highs – going up by 18.2% and even doubling in some cases. We share 12 ways you can save hundreds of pounds on your supermarket bill
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Prescriptions: how to save money on your medicines and beat the price hikes
More than a million people are overpaying for their prescriptions
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Broadband help packages - check to see if you could save £250 a year on a social tariff
Could you be one of the four million households missing out on help with broadband via your provider's social tariff?
Banking & Savings
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State pension underpayment warning - have you been underpaid and eligible for more than £11,500?
Thousands of retirees, mainly women, are still owed money by the government after being underpaid their state pension. We explain what you need to know
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Barclays to close another 14 branches in June - the full list
Barclays are closing a further 14 branches in addition to the 55 already announced this year. Here’s everything you need to know
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Five state pension changes coming next month
The government is making several changes to state pension payments in April, due to the rising cost of living. We explain what you need to know.
Mortgages & Homes
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Selling your home: avoid these mistakes to get the best possible price
From boosting kerb appeal to clearing clutter, there are crucial steps to take to ensure you get the highest price when selling your home.
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UK house prices latest: house prices are 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
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Interest rates rise to 4.25% - what does it mean for your money?
The Bank of England has increased the base rate for the 11th time in a row. We look at whether rates could rise further this year, and what the latest hike means for your mortgage and savings
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