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How to ask for a pay rise ‒ and get one
We explain how to ask for a pay rise. It might sound easier said than done, but our expert tips could help boost your earnings and combat the rising cost of living.
By John Fitzsimons • Last updated
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak: what does he mean for your money?
Rishi Sunak has become the third Prime Minister of 2022, and warned of difficult times ahead. What is his appointment likely to mean for your bank balance?
By Katie Binns • Published
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Crypto scams to look out for
As cryptocurrencies continue to rise in value, so have the scams relating to them - here's what to look out for
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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Warning: £400 energy bill discount scam
Scammers are using the cost of living crisis to target households. The latest scam involves the £400 discount households will receive towards their energy bills. We explain what to look out for.
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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O2 scam call: 40% discount and free upgrade scams
We explain how the O2 scam call works, how to spot it and how to stay safe
By Ruth Emery • Last updated
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Spring Statement 2022: here’s what you need to know
Sunak announces tax cuts to help households with the cost of living crisis
By Ruth Emery • Last updated
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Apple Pay Wallet text scam: how to stay safe from latest fraud attempt
Here is how to spot and avoid the Apple Pay Wallet text scam
By Tom Higgins • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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"I caught out a WhatsApp scammer posing as my daughter when I asked for her middle name"
WhatsApp scams have soared by 2,000%. One readers tells us how quick thinking stopped her from losing £1,000 to a scammer
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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How to recession-proof your finances: five steps you can take TODAY
There are actions you can take today to boost your finances in the face of a predicted recession
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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Iceland to offer discount as supermarkets cut hundreds of prices
Supermarkets slash prices of hundreds of goods in a bid to win over customers struggling with the cost of living crisis. Here's what the supermarkets like Iceland, Asda and Morrisons are doing to help keep food costs low
By Ruth Emery • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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How to cut food waste and save hundreds of pounds
Cut back on food waste to save money on your grocery bill with our top tips
By Sue Hayward • Last updated
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Energy bills to be frozen until 2024 at £2,500 for typical bills
Prime minister Liz Truss announces an energy price freeze for households and businesses to support them with their energy bills
By Ruth Emery • Last updated
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Are you missing out on Universal Credit?
We explain how you can access Universal Credit payments worth up to £7,300 a year
By Sue Hayward • Last updated
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Childcare costs outstrip earnings: how to get help
Think tank warns over childcare costs. We explain all the help you can tap into
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick • Last updated
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Tax-free childcare allowance: how get up to £2,000 towards childcare costs
The tax-free childcare allowance can help manage extortionate childcare costs - make sure you’re not missing out
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby • Last updated
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Cheaper Netflix with ads – how can you make the switch?
Cheaper Netflix with ads? From November you’ll have the choice to do so with the Netflix basic subscription. Here’s what you need to know
By Vaishali Varu • Last updated
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Social care reforms – what they mean for you
How social care reforms will impact you and what you should do to prepare for your future care
By Ruth Emery • Last updated
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"I binged on money shows, saved £20,000 in 18 months and started investing"
A reader tells us how she binged on money shows before slowly overhauling her personal finances
By Katie Binns • Last updated
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Liz Truss quits as Prime Minister - what does it mean for your money and the cost of living?
Liz Truss has quit as PM after 44 days in office. We explain what it could mean for your money
By Adam French • Published
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What is the UK inflation rate and why does it matter?
Why is the cost of living rising? The UK inflation rate and what it means for you explained
By Katie Binns • Published
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Inflation rises to 10.1% ‒ what does it mean for your money?
UK inflation has risen above 10% for the second time this year and there are warnings inflation could hit 11% by the end of the year
By Katie Binns • Published
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M&S launches buy now, pay later product
Marks & Spencer customers can get up to 45 days interest-free credit when shopping online and using Sparks Pay
By Ruth Emery • Published
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Predictions: what might be in the chancellor’s statement on 31 October?
Jeremy Hunt will reveal the rest of his “Medium-Term Fiscal Plan” on Halloween. We look at what tax changes and spending cuts could be in store, and how it could affect your money
By Ruth Emery • Published
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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt reverses tax measures and limits energy support in new emergency plan: what it means for your money
The new chancellor has announced a number of U-turns in an emergency statement. What does it mean for you?
By Katie Binns • Published
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8 easy ways to make extra money in time for Christmas
Easy ways to make money in time for Christmas that can help bolster your household budget ahead of the festive season
By Esther Shaw • Last updated
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Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng sacked - what does it mean for your money?
The Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has been scaled following weeks of financial turmoil - we explain what it means for taxes, energy bills and the ‘mini-budget’?
By Adam French • Last updated
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The Christmas food you can stock up on today to beat rising grocery prices
Christmas treats are already out on the supermarket shelves so is it worth stocking up on festive food to save against future price hikes?
By Sue Hayward • Published
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