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Latest insights into what's going on behind the headlines, and what you can do to make your cash work harder for you from the money.co.uk team:

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18 December 2023

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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14 December 2023

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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08 December 2023

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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01 December 2023

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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24 November 2023

What the Autumn Statement means for your savings

ISAs had a moment in the spotlight with some key changes coming in 2024.

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10 November 2023

8 savvy saving tips for Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Savers will need to prepare to make sure they get the best deal.

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Latest guides

See our most recently published comprehensive guides to money matters across all categories:

17 January 2024

What is a Direct Debit?

Direct Debits are the easiest way to schedule vital monthly payments, such as your rent, mortgage and utility bills, and ensure they go out of your current account on time.

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17 January 2024

What Different Types Of Bank Accounts Are Available To You?

Money management is essential, and the right bank account will ensure your cash is safe and working for you. Make sure you open the right one with our guide.

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17 January 2024

What is a Standing Order?

Anyone with a bank account can set up standing orders to take care of regular payments. In this guide, we explain how they work and why they’re a good idea.

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03 January 2024

When should you apply for a business credit card

Discover the perfect time to apply for a business credit card and improve your chances of being accepted. Learn about the process and why it’s vital for small businesses.

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15 June 2022

How to deal with defaults on your debt

If you fail to make debt payments on time, you could be issued with a default. Here’s what you need to know about them and what to do next

What to do after a default
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15 June 2022

How long does a CCJ stay on your credit report?

As if having a county court judgment issued against you isn’t bad enough, the fact that it’ll damage your credit score is no laughing matter. Here we look at the effect a county court judgment can have on your financial prospects and what you can do about it.

How long it will take

Research and reports

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:

13 July 2022

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.

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11 July 2022

How 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.*

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05 July 2022

Public 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

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01 July 2022

Change 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.

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30 June 2022

64,000 people have pulled the emergency lever on problem debt

64,000 people have pulled the emergency lever on problem debt.

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22 June 2022

Inflation 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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