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Learn how to make your money go further with our 'How To' section. From picking a current account to saving on childcare, this section has basic money-saving tips you need in your day-to-day life.

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Mar 31, 2023

How to build a financial nest egg for your child

Every parent wants to do right by their child and give them a good start in life. One way ...
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Oct 13, 2021

Contactless limit is rising: how to protect your money

The contactless spend limit is increasing to £100 on Friday, from £45.
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Oct 11, 2021

How to maintain your lockdown savings habits

Over the past 18 months we’ve seen countless holidays cancelled, weddings postponed and ...
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Mar 24, 2020

Use the lockdown to teach your kids the value of money – here’s how

If you have school-age children at home, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by the pros...

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Dec 17, 2019

How to beat the ‘onslaught’ of savings rate cuts

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Oct 23, 2019

VIDEO: Money tips for couples

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Jul 23, 2019

Five everyday habits putting our money at risk

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Jul 17, 2019

The ultimate holiday money-saving guide for 2019

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Jun 10, 2019

Five ways to teach your kids the value of money

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Apr 29, 2019

Private school fees soar: tips to cover the costs

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Apr 16, 2019

Five ways to save money abroad this Easter

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Jan 30, 2019

12 simple ways to improve your financial situation

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Sep 24, 2018

Inflation is the silent enemy of savers: here’s a plan to beat it

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Aug 01, 2018

Top money saving tips for students from students

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Dec 18, 2017

Redundancy from an investment perspective

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Dec 15, 2017

Five ways to boost your bank balance at Christmas

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Dec 14, 2017

Six quick and safe alternatives to sending Christmas cash in the post

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Sep 04, 2017

How to pay for private school fees

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Aug 31, 2017

How parents can help towards their child’s higher education costs

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Jul 24, 2017

10 of the best ways to make and save money on everyday tasks

News

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Jun 07, 2023

Flurry of bank branch closures spur a third to digital accounts

More than eight million customers have ditched branch-based accounts for digital, phone or...
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Jun 07, 2023

Revealed: Best and worst credit and debit cards for summer holiday spending

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Jun 07, 2023

Money transfer fraud victims may need to pay claim excess to get cash back

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Jun 06, 2023

‘Extraordinary’ month for savings rate rises but more to come: The top payers right now

Savings interest rates continue to climb but with another base rate hike expected this mon...
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Jun 06, 2023

Access denied: Why some easy access savings accounts aren’t as ‘easy’ as you think

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Jun 06, 2023

Thousands of BA, BBC and Boots staff hit by data hack

Everything you wanted to know about ISAs…but were afraid to ask

The new tax year is less than a fortnight away and for ISA savers or investors, it’s hugely important. If yo...

Your right to a refund if travel is affected by train strikes

There have been a wave of train strikes in the past six months, and for anyone travelling today Friday 3 Febru...

Could you save money with a social broadband tariff?

Two-thirds of low-income households are unaware they could be saving on broadband, according to Uswitch.

What will happen if rates change

How your finances will be impacted by a rise in interest rates.

Regular Savings Calculator

Small regular contributions can build up nicely over time.

Online Savings Calculator

Work out how your online savings can build over time.

DIY investors: 10 common mistakes to avoid

For those without the help and experience of an adviser, here are 10 common DIY investor mistakes to avoid.

Mortgage down-valuations: Tips to avoid pulling out of a house sale

Down-valuations are on the rise. So, what does it mean for home buyers, and what can you do?

Five tips for surviving a bear market mauling

The S&P 500 has slipped into bear market territory and for UK investors, the FTSE 250 is also on the edge. Her...

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