Savings
Expert advice and top ideas for making your savings work harder
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ISAs vs savings accounts: which is better for your money?
ISAs offer tax-free savings, but there are higher rates on offer from traditional savings accounts – which is the best for you?
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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What is an ISA? UK tax-free savings explained
There are a few different forms of ISA accounts - how do they work? And what do you need to consider before opening one?
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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“Transferring Arianna’s child trust fund motivated me to open junior ISAs for my other two daughters”
One father explains how he cut fees from 1.5% to 0.8% after seeing poor returns from his daughter's child trust fund
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Saving vs investing - which will make you more money?
We look at both sides of saving vs investing to help you decide what you want to do with your money
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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Premium Bonds vs savings accounts: which is better for your money?
Savings offer a guaranteed return, but as they don’t match inflation Premium Bonds can be a safe and fun alternative – which is the best for you?
By Katie Binns Published
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Savings calculator: how to set up a savings plan
If you’re struggling to get to grips with saving, here’s our guide on how to set up a savings plan.
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Get 2.1% interest with the new Chase savings account (plus 1% cashback)
Get 2.1% interest with the new Chase savings account (plus 1% cashback)
By Katie Binns Published
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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
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Fixed vs easy access savings accounts — with rates rising should you switch now or wait?
Following the Bank of England’s base rate rise, The Money Edit’s Guy Anker shares his cash savings tips
By Guy Anker Published
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November's Premium Bond millionaire winners revealed - are you a winner?
If you’re one of the millions of Brits with Premium Bonds, here’s what you need to know about your chances of being a winning a tax-free prize.
By John Fitzsimons Published
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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
By Katie Binns Last updated
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How to talk about money with friends and family
We look at how to talk to your loved ones about money and look after your financial wellbeing
By Katie Binns Last updated
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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
By Ruth Emery Published
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Premium Bond prize rate hiked: what does it mean for your chances of winning?
NS&I has increased its premium bond prize rate for the second time in six months. Here's what it means for your chances of winning a tax-free cash prize
By Sue Hayward Published
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Government to reform pension charge cap: how your retirement pot could be affected
The easing of the 0.75% pension charge cap will affect the majority of workers who stick to their employer’s default fund for their retirement savings. We explain how
By Katie Binns Published
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Savings rates top 4% for first time in seven years | Now is the time find the best interest rate
With attractive interest rates on saving accounts, it’s a good time to move your money to earn a better return on your savings
By Vaishali Varu Published
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What is Islamic finance? We explain what it is and why to consider an Islamic bank for a savings account
Islamic finance, known as Shariah-compliant, follows the principles of Islam which makes them somewhat different to high street banks. Several savings products have recently been topping our savings rates tables too, making them an interesting option
By Katie Binns Published
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September’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 September prize draw are announced. Here’s how to check if you are winner
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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The best money saving apps
Finding it difficult to save money or want to be better at budgeting? These money saving apps can help
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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August’s Premium Bonds millionaire winners revealed - how to find out if you’ve won a prize
Millions of lucky Brits with Premium Bonds get good news when the winners of the August prize draw is announced. We explain your chances of winning a tax-free cash prize
By Katie Binns Published
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NS&I interest rate boost - are the government backed savings worth it?
National Savings and Investments has increased the returns on offer to its regular savers ‒ we explain the what the new rates mean for your money
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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237,000 pensioners underpaid state pension - totalling £1.46bn
Receiving a state pension? You may have been underpaid as new figures reveal more than a quarter of million pensioners have been underpaid, with some claims dating back as far as 1985. We explain how to find out if you are one of them
By Katie Binns Published
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Why stopping pension contributions to ease the cost of living crisis could be a big mistake, warns ex-Pensions Minister Steve Webb
Pensions may not seem like a priority amid the cost of living crisis, but before you stop payments or dip into your pot early, there are important things to be aware of first, says Steve Webb, the former pensions minister
By Steve Webb Published
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State pension could rise 10% as triple lock is restored - what it means for you
Pensioners are set for a boost to their income next year after the government confirmed the link between inflation and the state pension will be reinstated.
By Katie Binns Published
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Unions call for urgent action on pensions gender gap
Childcare and caring responsibilities still holding women back from building a decent workplace pension, TUC says
By Katie Binns Published
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Two in three UK crypto owners borrowed money to invest
Consumers who borrowed money to buy crypto coins are left with devastating losses and debt after the coins crash
By Tom Higgins Published
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What is auto-enrolment?
Millions of employees are now saving for their retirement thanks to the auto-enrolment. We explain what it is and how it works.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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AJ Bell launches low-cost investing app Dodl for first-time investors
New app targets first-time investors. We explain how it compares to other providers
By Katie Binns Published
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Self-employed pensions: everything you need to know
Working for yourself means that arranging a pension is entirely your responsibility. We highlight why it’s crucial to get a self-employed pension in place
By Faith Archer Published
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