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How does the State Pension work?
Not everyone gets a state pension in the UK, and payouts vary heavily from person to person, even for those who qualify. Here is how the state pension works, what it could pay you and when you can claim it.
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How to Get the Best Exchange Rate for Your Holiday
Finding the best travel money exchange rates is an easy way to boost your holiday budget. Learn how to get the best deal with this comprehensive guide.
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8 easy ways to cut your travel insurance costs
Travel insurance could save you thousands if something goes wrong when you are away, but do not pay over the odds for cover. Try these eight ways to keep the cost down.
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What is Universal Credit?
The government are rolling out a host of changes to the benefit system centred on a Universal Credit that incorporates a host of existing benefits. Here's how the plans could affect your finances.
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Key measures from Rishi Sunak's 2021 Autumn Budget speech
Key points from Chancellor Rishi Sunak's 2021 Autumn Budget speech to the house of commons - and what it all means for your money.
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How to get fee-free balance transfers
Fee-free balance transfer credit cards let you move existing card debt to a new credit card without paying a fee. Find out whether this type of plastic could work for you.
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Money.co.uk: Financial guidance on retirement
COVID-19 has created turmoil in global financial markets, hitting many people’s pension pots. Money.co.uk comments on this concern and gives guidance for those thinking about retirement
Read MoreRevealed: The UK's post-lockdown priorities revealed
As lockdown measures start to ease, the money.co.uk is looking ahead to reveal the first things Brits will do when the restrictions on day-to-day life are fully lifted.
Read MoreThe cost of taking a mortgage payment extension holiday revealed
Millions of homeowners have taken advantage of the government's mortgage holiday scheme, money.co.uk reveals the long term costs of taking a mortgage payment holiday
Read MorePress Release | ONE IN TEN COUPLES ARE PLANNING FOR A JANUARY PATTER OF TINY FEET
One in ten UK couples say lockdown has led them to plan a new baby, a national study* has revealed. Those most likely to plan for a lockdown baby live in London (18%), the North-east (18%) and Yorkshire & The Humber (14%), according to research by financial comparison experts money.co.uk.
Read MoreBrits feel blue about post-lockdown travel
The reality of coronavirus has meant that for many in the UK, upcoming holiday plans have been postponed or cancelled entirely. New figures show that 85% are concerned about fear, anxiety and worries about safety.
Read MoreStaying home helps the nation save £396 since the start of lockdown
With much of the country officially closed for business, stay home Brits have used the nationwide lockdown to save on average £396 in the last six weeks. Money.co.uk reveals full data and comments further.
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