Insurance
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How to buy car insurance if you're a low mileage driver
Make sure you're not paying more than you should if you are a low-mileage driver with this expert advice
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Best cars for older drivers 2021
These cars are comfortable, safe, and easy to get in and out of – perfect for older drivers
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How to buy insurance for an unoccupied home
Do you need specialist insurance for an unoccupied home and what should you look for in a policy?
Household Bills
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How to save money on fuel
Fuel prices may be about to go up again, but there are ways you can save money on the cost of driving
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Energy meter reading day: there's still time to submit your reading and avoid getting overcharged
URGENT: If you took gas and electricity meter readings before 1 October – but haven’t sent them to your supplier – don’t panic as there’s still time to do it
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Energy prices to rise on Saturday: why the new price cap is not £2,500, plus more of your questions answered
Energy prices are not being capped at £2,500, the truth is less straightforward but it is essential you understand how the new limit works
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How to cut heating costs: six things you can do today
Cutting heating costs while staying warm is essential with energy bills much higher than last winter, despite the energy price guarantee.
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Energy Price Guarantee: what it means for your energy bills
What is the Energy Price Guarantee, how does it work, what does it mean for your energy bills and how is it being paid for? We explain it all
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The £400 energy grant: how will it be paid?
A £400 energy grant will be paid from next month to boost households during the cost of living crisis. We explain how the money will be paid, based on your energy supplier
Mortgages
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Mortgage help woe: Homeowners who lose job may face initial lack of support with mortgage payments
Homeowners who struggle with their mortgage payments due to losing their job may have to build up significant arrears before they get government help. We explain why
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UK house prices: will house prices crash due to mortgage rate hikes?
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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Mortgage chaos: rates RISE after lenders pull hundreds of deals
After suspending hundreds of mortgage products, lenders are now increasing the cost of deals, with a typical two-year fix now at almost 6%. We explain which deals, how it could affect you - and what you can do
Travel
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How to get cheap or free airport lounge access
Cut the stress of flying by making use of the comfy seats and relaxing surroundings of an airport lounge. We show you how to get access to an airport lounge for free or cheap
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How to find cheap flights
Ever got on a plane and wondered if you’ve paid more for your ticket than the person next to you? Here’s how to bag the cheapest flights every time.
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Cheap airport parking: how to cut the cost of parking at airports
As holiday season approaches, we highlight how to find cheap airport parking and save money on your break
Banking
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Is now a good time to buy an annuity as rates rates hit 14-year high?
Annuity rates have increased by 52% this year. We look at whether now is a good time to buy an annuity
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October’s Premium Bond millionaire winners revealed. How to check if you are a prize winner
Millions of lucky Brits with Premium Bonds will get good news as the winners of the October prize draw are announced. Here’s how to check if you are winner
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Mini-budget 2022: How the income tax cut means less pension tax relief
When Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced an income tax cut he failed to mention its effect on pensions. We explain how the lowest and highest earners will get less pension tax relief
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What are salary sacrifice pensions?
A salary sacrifice pension can help boost your retirement pot. We explain what it is and how it works
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What is National Savings and Investments? NS&I explained
About 25 million people in the UK have some kind of NS&I savings account or investment. But what is it and why is it so popular?
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Is my pension safe? What does the market turmoil mean for your retirement savings
As the economy goes into turmoil, you may be wondering if your pension is safe. We explain what it means for your retirement pot
Consumer Advice
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Government u-turns on plan to abolish 45p tax rate
Kwasi warteng has reversed his decision to scrap the top rate of tax which affects people earning more than £150,000 a year
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Top Amazon scams to avoid in 2022
Amazon scams use every trick in the book to convince you they’re genuine. Here are some of the most common attempts seen in 2022 so far.
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Filing a tax return for the first time? Don’t miss the 5 October deadline
Customers must register for self-assessment by 5 October or risk being fined
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