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How New Tax Rules Could Impact Your Side Hustle Profits
New side hustle tax rules mean it’s very important to keep a clear record of any additional income.
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Savings rates peaked six months ago - but what does this mean for 2024?
Fixed-rate savings had interest rates above 6% last year, compared to today’s top rate of 5.30%.
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7 new year resolutions for saving money in 2024
From starting a rainy day fund to making the most of high-interest savings accounts, here are some financial resolutions to try next year.
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How interest rates on savings accounts compare to the frozen base rate
The Bank of England's monetary committee decided to hold the base rate at 5.25% for a third time.
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Why now is the time to save for Christmas 2024
It’s never too early to start planning for a big savings goal, especially when interest rates on savings accounts remain competitive.
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12 ways to avoid overspending in December
Here’s how to have a stress-free Christmas and enjoy the festivities without breaking the bank.
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How Much Can You Put in an Isa?
ISAs are a tax-efficient way to save, but it’s important to understand how ISA allowances work.
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Should You Focus on Paying Off Debt or Saving Money?
Deciding whether to pay off debt or build a savings pot first isn’t always easy. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to Spot Loan Scams and Avoid Them
Discover what loan fraud is and how to protect yourself against loan scams.
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What Is Compound Interest?
Compound interest can significantly increase your saving and investment returns. Find out more with our five-minute guide to compounding interest.
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Are Stocks And Shares ISAs Worth It?
A stocks and shares ISA can be a great way to grow your savings – especially over the longer term. Find out if they’re right for you with our quick guide.
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Is It A Good Time To Invest In Stocks And Shares?
Predicting the best time to invest in stocks and shares is almost impossible. It's more about your appetite for risk and reward.
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At money.co.uk we don't just report the news, we also carry out our own research and investigations to help make better sense of personal finance. Here are our latest reports:
Amazon Prime Day tips from personal finance experts
Prime Day was launched to create a sales event and get people spending in the otherwise quieter summer months. It has plenty of bargains on offer, but some traps too.
Read MoreHow does working from home affect your mortgage?
The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that homeworking has more than doubled in the UK since 2019.*
Read MorePublic patience running out as fuel price cuts fail to materialise
Oil prices are down 8% since the beginning of June and yet the price of the petrol on forecourts has risen 12.5% since then
Read MoreChange in the air as Bank of England reveals rising mortgage borrowing and cool approvals
Net mortgage borrowing is well above its pre-pandemic average while approvals have fallen behind. The current trend is likely being powered by house hunters rushing to transact before the cost of borrowing climbs further.
Read More64,000 people have pulled the emergency lever on problem debt
64,000 people have pulled the emergency lever on problem debt.
Read MoreInflation creeps towards double figures as pay packet pain continues for workers
If you’re covering the CPI data published today, the following comments from James Andrews, personal finance expert at Money.co.uk, might be of interest:
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