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Council Tax: what it is, what it costs and how to save money

Council Tax is an annual fee you pay to your local council. The cost is set by your council and goes towards funding local services. Find out more about Council...

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How to start a business or become self-employed

Around 4.5 million people are self-employed in the UK. If you’re thinking of taking the plunge, you need to think about your business structure, budgeting and...

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Who can be an executor of a will?

Your executor is the person who carries out the instructions in your will after you die like managing your estate (your property, money and possessions) and ...

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Buying a house or flat in England, Wales and Northern Ireland

Whether you’re buying for the first time or moving into a new property, this step-by-step guide takes you through the home-buying process from costs to completion. 

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Help to Buy ISA or Lifetime ISA?

Lifetime ISAs are available now, but the Help to Buy ISA stopped accepting new applicants on 30 November 2019. In this guide, we explain the pros and cons of...

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Pension scheme fees and charges explained

Most defined contribution pension schemes charge fees to invest and manage your money. You usually won’t pay any charges if you have a defined benefit pension....

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Working Tax Credit

Working Tax Credit has been replaced by Universal Credit. If you are under State Pension age and on a low income you need to claim Universal Credit – it is the...

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What are investment bonds?

Investment bonds aim to grow your money over time, usually including life insurance. But like all investing, there's a risk its value could go up or down. Here's...

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Increase your State Pension by deferring your claim

If you decide not to claim your State Pension when you reach State Pension age, you can usually increase the amount you’re entitled to. You do not have to let...

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Emergency savings – how much is enough?

Having some emergency savings is a great way to prepare for unexpected expenses, especially when things go wrong such as a broken washing machine or boiler. ...