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Help to Save scheme extended – act now for £1,200 bonus
The government has extended the Help to Save scheme - we explain how it works and who is eligible
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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The best 0% balance transfer credit cards September 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
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Save £300 on your supermarket shop with cashback accounts
Banks, credit card companies and cashback sites are all offering cashback on your supermarket shop, but can you use them all to max out your savings?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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Best bank account switching offers: up to £200 available now
Get free cash with these bank account switching offers. Here’s how to get free money simply by moving your current account.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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State pension: does it pay to buy National Insurance credits?
Does it pay to buy National Insurance credits to boost your state pension? We explain when it pays – and when it doesn't
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Savings and tax: a complete guide to getting it right
When you have to pay tax on interest and when you don’t
By Cathy Hudson Last updated
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Best bank accounts September 2023
Our guide to the best bank accounts available. With so many around it can get confusing to pick one.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Last updated
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Best travel credit cards
We round up the best travel credit cards to help you avoid hidden fees when you're spending abroad
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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How to check your state pension
Not sure what your state pension is worth? We show you how to check your state pension
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Last updated
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The best cash ISAs September 2023
We tell you the best cash ISA rates on the market, so you can see your savings grow tax-free.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Best savings accounts September 2023
The best savings accounts are paying the highest rates we’ve seen in nearly a decade. We tell you the best savings rates available right now.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Best 0% interest purchase credit cards September 2023
The best 0% interest purchase credit cards can help you spread the cost of a big purchase - if used correctly. Here are the best deals.
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Barclays to close another 11 branches in July - the full list
Barclays is closing a further 11 branches in addition to the 84 already announced this year. Here’s everything you need to know
By Katie Binns Last updated
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More than 150,000 grandparents missing out on £1,500 state pension uplift: how to claim
Grandparents who provide childcare by looking after their grandchildren could be missing out on valuable state pension money worth thousands. We look at how much extra you could get and if you’re eligible
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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10 ways to boost your pension savings and get a comfortable retirement
Here are our top tips to help you grow your pension pot now - so you can enjoy a comfortable retirement later
By Katie Binns Last updated
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HSBC to close 11 branches in April - we list those impacted
High street bank HSBC will close 114 branches in the UK in 2023, with 11 closing in April. We have the full list of closures, plus what to do if your local branch is closing
By Adam French Last updated
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Five state pension changes coming this 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.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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HSBC extends deadline for customers to secure bigger interest-free overdraft
HSBC customers now have until 10 May to increase their interest-free overdraft limit from £25 to £500. First Direct, Lloyds and Nationwide also offer similar support. We explain everything you need to know
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Can you reclaim bank charges?
If you’ve incurred bank charges over the years, these can add up to hundreds of pounds – but can you get your money back? We look at whether you can make a claim and how to do it
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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Nationwide: when will I get my grocery cashback?
Nationwide is offering a £100 million cashback scheme to its current account customers. We look at how much you can earn and how to get the money.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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What is your bank doing to help you with the cost of living crisis?
We investigate what banks are doing to help customers as living costs soar
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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New banking hub locations revealed - is there one near you?
The rise of banking hubs is in response to a stream of local branch closes. With more planned to launch soon, we look at what services they offer and where you can find one
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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April 2023 premium bond winners revealed - are you a millionaire?
Two premium bond holders have won £1 million each this month and there are many other prizes for another 5,018,742 winners in April. We look at how to find out if you’ve won
By Stephanie Baxter Published
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State pension to rise 10.1% this week: what it means for you
This week the full amount of the weekly state pension will increase by 10.1%, the highest ever rise, for 12.5 million retirees. We explain what that means for your state pension
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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State pension age rise to 68 delayed - what it means for your retirement
The state pension age will stay at current levels for longer than expected after the government today confirmed that it has shelved plans to increase it to 68 by the late 2030s. We explain what it all means for you
By Stephanie Baxter Last updated
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Best personal loans September 2023
When looking for the best personal loans, we recommend you borrow at the cheapest rate. Here are the best personal loans on the market
By Katie Binns Last updated
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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
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Get more for your money with a stocks and shares ISA
A stocks and shares ISA could grow your money faster than a cash ISA. But what is it exactly and who is it suitable for?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Do banks still take old notes?
You haven’t been able to pay using old style paper £20 and £50 banknotes since 30 September last year but you won’t lose out as you can swap them for new ones forever
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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