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How to contest a will
There will be times when contesting a will is the right thing to do. But how do you go about challenging the contents of a will?
By Sue Hayward • Published
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National Insurance: What’s happening in July and what does it mean for your pay packet?
Millions of workers can expect an income boost from 6 July as the change to the National Insurance threshold comes into force. We explain what it means for you
By Sue Hayward • Published
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Should you buy extended warranties?
Which? brands extended warranties ‘worthless’ - we explain why it’s not worth paying for them when buying gadgets and electrical goods
By Sue Hayward • Published
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How to cut working from home costs
With many of us now working from home for at least part of the week, we highlight the simple steps you can follow to save money when working from home
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby • Published
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Flight cancellations: what are your refund rights?
Strikes by airline workers look set to cause a summer of flight cancellations and chaos at airports across the country. We explain your rights, how to claim a refund and compensation
By Ruth Emery • Published
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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
By John Fitzsimons • Published
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Inflation hits 9.1% - what it means for you
Prices hit 40-year high, adding more pressure to household budgets as food, energy and fuel costs continue to go up
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Published
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What is travel insurance and why you need it
Planning a holiday? Travel insurance is a crucial safety net to protect against something going wrong with your trip. Here’s our guide on everything you need to know about getting the right cover for you
By Katie Binns • Published
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Buy now, pay later regulation plans confirmed
Government confirms buy now, pay later regulation, giving better protection for shoppers
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Published
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Rail strikes: how to get a refund if your train is cancelled
The biggest industrial action since 1989 will impact thousands of people planning to journey by rail. We look at if and how you can get your money back
By John Fitzsimons • Published
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Pre-paid funeral providers to be regulated
Considering a pre-paid funeral plan? We explain which firms will be regulated and what you need to know if you already have one
By Tom Higgins • Published
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City watchdog asks lenders to support customers with the cost of living and debt
Struggling with bills or debt? Lenders will be required to give you tailored support to help you through the cost of living crisis
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Published
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Amazon Prime Day 2022: sale days confirmed
If you shop at Amazon, you’ll know that Amazon Prime Day is one of the most popular shopping days of the year. Here’s everything you need to know
By Samantha Partington • Published
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Want to make some extra cash? Take a look at these 14 clever ways to help boost your bank balance
From selling unwanted clothes to renting your driveway - here's how to make some extra money
By Faith Archer • Published
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Do you need a will?
It’s easy to put off writing a will. We explain why you need a will and the risk of not getting one
By Sue Hayward • Published
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Top WhatsApp scams to avoid in 2022. Plus the latest Heineken scam warning
Forewarned is forearmed, especially when it comes to avoiding scams. Here are the latest WhatsApp scams doing the rounds - including a Father’s Day Heineken free beer competition
By Katie Binns • Published
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Passport delays: Why you must check your passport before booking your holiday and your rights if you can’t travel
As thousands face passport delays, we explain why you should check your passport before you go on holiday
By Sue Hayward • Published
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The £650 low income cost of living payment: first instalment to be paid from 14 July
Over 8 million low income households will receive the first instalment of the £650 cost of living payment from 14 July
By Sue Hayward • Published
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WARNING: Millions targeted by scammers amid cost of living crisis
Citizens Advice warns households to be on their guard as scams rise by 14%. From fake DHL tracking, scammers pretending to be your energy company to too good to be true investment opportunities - here’s what you need to know
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Published
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Buy now, pay later: warning over shoppers using credit cards to cover payments
Two-fifths of BNPL customers borrowed money to make repayments, according to new research
By Ruth Emery • Published
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How do I write a will?
Writing a will can seem like a daunting task which is why it’s one job we tend to put off. This guide explains what you need to know about how to write a will.
By Sue Hayward • Published
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How to turn your unwanted clothes into cash
Here’s how to make money from your unwanted clothes - and save it to buy going second hand, just like this year’s Love Island contestants
By Katie Binns • Published
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Klarna starts reporting customers to credit rating agencies
Warning: If you use 'buy now, pay later', it will now go onto your credit file. Here’s how shoppers will be affected
By Ruth Emery • Published
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Cost of Living help: Here’s how to get the help you need if you can’t pay bills
With the cost of living hitting a 40-year, we’ve put together a guide on all the help available if you can’t pay bills or need extra financial support
By Ruth Emery • Published
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Supermarket food costs soar - what does it mean for your shopping basket
The prices of some budget food items have risen more than 15%, with household staple pasta showing the biggest rise of all at 50%
By Katie Binns • Published
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Check Pension Credit eligibility NOW to unlock an extra cost of living payment on top of the £300 one for pensioners
Find out if you’re eligible for Pension Credit to get the extra cost of living help payment - which includes £300 for pensioners plus a further £650 for those on Pension Credit
By Ruth Emery • Published
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If Martin Lewis says the Government’s £400+ cost of living support is decent then it is, but tough times lie ahead and we all need to get savvy
Sunak’s help package is much-needed, but let's not lose sight of rising inflation, writes The Money Edit’s Guy Anker
By Guy Anker • Published
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Millions to receive up to £1,500 with new government cost of living help package
A new cost of living help package announced this week will see vulnerable households get extra financial help worth up to £1,500. Here’s everything you need to know
By Ruth Emery • Published
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Government expected to announce a cost of living support package today, which could include hundreds off your energy bill
The chancellor is expected to provide further support for households as the costs of living continues to cripple budgets. Here’s what we know
By Sue Hayward • Published