Our guides
Our guides show you the best ways to make your money go further and work harder. They contain all the latest financial information and are set out clearly to help you make smart decisions.
Money insights
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:
Are savings accounts keeping up with the Bank of England’s base rate?
With rumours that the base rate will rise again in May, some savings accounts are failing to meet its constant increases.
Read More
7 ways to be a savvy saver during the bank holiday weekend
From finding the best deals to making the most of free activities, you don’t need to spend big to make the most of the holidays.
Read More
How to organise your savings with a financial spring clean
It’s not just your home that might need a declutter, now is the time to dust off your savings and get things in order
Read More
The ISAs you need to know about ahead of the new tax year
Your annual ISA allowance runs out on April 6, so if you’re planning to use more of yours before it disappears, here’s what you need to know
Read More
Why the Bank of England keeps raising rates
We thought this might be the one, the first time since 2021, that the Bank of England didn’t raise interest rates. It wasn’t.
And when will it stop
What is a savings tracker account and how does it work?
As the base rate rose for the tenth consecutive time last month, we look at whether a savings tracker account is a smart move.
Read MoreLatest guides
See our most recently published comprehensive guides to money matters across all categories:
ISA or Savings Account: Which option is best for you?
You could be forgiven for thinking there’s no real difference between a cash ISA and a standard savings account. But even if they look and work in a similar way, ISAs have qualities that set them apart, as we explain here.
Read More
How to transfer a child trust fund to a junior ISA
If you want your child’s money to work hard for them you should consider transferring their child trust fund to a junior ISA. We explain why and how to proceed.
Read More
What are Premium Bonds prizes?
Premium bonds are a popular way to save, but unlike other methods of saving, they don’t pay any interest on the money you deposit.
Read More
Bonds or Savings account?
When you are starting to save, you have several choices about where to put your money. You can save into a traditional savings account or choose a savings bond. We explain the pros and cons of both traditional savings accounts and bonds.
Read More
Why is my credit score going down?
There are lots of things that can cause a credit score to drop. Here we explain the most common reasons and how to rectify them.
Read More
How do credit reference agencies work?
Credit reference agencies are the go-to places for banks and other lenders after they get requests for credit from the likes of you and me. This is why it’s important to know who they are and how they work
What they already know about youFind guides by topic
I'm looking for guides on...
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:
Thousands submit tax returns on christmas day
While the rest of us were unwrapping presents, 2,828 Brits were filing their tax returns on the 25th of December. Our personal finance experts have put together some handy tips to guide you through the process.
Read MoreLast minute christmas shopping tips
With just over a week to go, here is a handy guide to help you with your last minute preparations
Read MoreAmazon to stop accepting Visa credit cards in UK
Retail giant Amazon announces its ban of Visa Credit Card payments in the UK from 19 January. Money.co.uk comments on the change
Read MoreShould you get a Reward Card for Black Friday?
With only two weeks until Black Friday, everyone wants to make sure they can bag the biggest bargains and make the most of their money. If you’re considering picking up a rewards card to make the most of your money this Black Friday this is what you need to know.
Read MoreHospitality workers accuse bosses of keeping tips for themselves
More than half of hospitality workers in the UK say their bosses lie about tips, according to new research by leading price comparison site money.co.uk.
Read MoreHow to plan for half term without breaking the bank
For those in full time work, the cost of childcare alone can be a massive financial strain, and that’s not even counting half term activities. If you’re looking for fun and free ways to keep your kids busy this half-term, you should check out what services your council provides.
Read More