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How will the Budget affect my savings and what should I do?

Reports that pensioners could have tax breaks cut or axed have led to savers withdrawing chunks of their retirement pots ahead of the chancellor’s announcement

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Number of house sales being agreed is 25% higher than a year ago, says Zoopla

Homeowners are looking to move as mortgage rates fall and some second home owners may also be selling up amid concerns over tax changes, Zoopla said.

The Independent UK

Annual house price growth slows but rents climb at near-record rate, says ONS

Growth in house prices slowed to 2.2% in the 12 months to July, from 2.7% annually in June, according to the Office for National Statistics.

The Independent UK

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What key money advice would finance experts give to their younger selves?

As students prepare to head off to university, finance pros share their insight and wisdom.

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House prices grow steadily as ‘eye-watering’ rent increases hit

The cosyt of renting across the country jumped 8.6% in the year to July

The Independent UK

NS&I puts new two and five-year British Savings Bonds on sale

The two new issues, along with a rate increase for three-year bonds, give savers increased choice, NS&I said.

The Independent UK

Savers urged to open inflation-beating accounts before UK interest rates fall

Savings experts say this is a ‘window of opportunity’ to lock into a savings account at a decent rate

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Conservatives pledge to support first-time buyers and build 1.6m homes

The manifesto promises to make stamp duty cuts for first-time buyers permanent and deliver 1.6 million homes in England over the next Parliament.

The Independent UK

Mortgage crisis deepens as one in four face missing payments this year

An estimated 1.6 million households face spiralling debts as they are hit by huge hikes in interest rates

The Independent UK

Key things parents should consider before giving financial help to their adult children

Thinking about giving your adult children some financial help? Here are some need-to-knows to consider first…

The Independent UK

British Savings Bonds: after the fanfare, interest rates hit a flat note

NS&I’s new product offers up to 4.15% – but some experts dismiss it as just ‘a fancy bit of marketing’

The Guardian - UK

How to grab a last-minute Isa before the April 5 deadline

With just days to go it’s best to act now, do your homework and don’t panic

The Guardian - UK

Britain Set For Tax-cutting Budget Before Election

Britain's Conservative government is on Wednesday expected to use a budget update to unveil tax cuts for millions of workers, in an attempt to woo voters before a general election.

International Business Times

UK property sales forecast to rise by 10% as buyers and sellers return

Data from online property company Zoopla showed the housing market is on track to reach 1.1m transactions across this year

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As the Isa deadline approaches, it’s time to do your homework

Savers have until April to use all of their allowance. But there’s confusion about how the tax-efficient system works and whether it is worth investing in at all

The Guardian - UK

UK banks expect sharp rise in defaults on unsecured debt

Lenders forecast biggest quarterly increase in missed repayments on credit cards and loans since 2009

The Independent UK

NS&I to cut Premium Bonds prize rate, with fewer big money prizes

NS&I’s announcement is ‘the biggest sign yet’ that a rates bonanza enjoyed by savers is coming to an end, a finance expert said.

The Independent UK

Around 1,000 people affected by Post Office scandal face looming tax deadline

Postmasters struggling to meet the tax deadline due to late top-up payments will have any penalties or associated interest cancelled, HMRC said.

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How to make the most of your cash savings in the UK

With interest rates on the up, your money can earn more – but only if it is held in the right account

The Independent UK

Proportion of mortgage balances in arrears at highest level since 2017

A finance expert said ‘the pain is far from over’.

International Business Times UK

Decline in UK Mortgage Rates Spurs Optimism for Homebuyers and Remortgagors

The United Kingdom has witnessed a notable drop in the average cost of a two-year fixed-rate mortgage, falling below six per cent for the first time in nearly six months.

The Guardian - UK

Isas: UK savers to get freedom to chase better deals as rules change

Shake-up will mean people can pay into more than one Isa of the same type, but experts say £20,000 limit should also rise

The Independent UK

‘Savage pruning’ for returns on Green Savings Bonds

Savings giant NS&I has launched a new issue of its Green Savings Bonds, with a new rate of 3.95%, compared with 5.70% for its previous issue.

The Guardian - UK

Cohabiting couples: your rights on money, property, tax and more

These are different from those of a spouse, so here’s what you need to know

The Independent UK

FCA finds significant increase in number of people buying now and paying later

The regulator said it wants to ensure that consumers, particularly those in vulnerable circumstances, have adequate protections.

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