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How do savings and lump sum payouts affect benefits?
Some benefits are affected by the amount of money you have in savings, such as cash in a savings account, or investments in shares. These benefits are called...
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What is equity release?
Equity release is a way to borrow cash tied up in a property without selling your home. But later life mortgages are complex and it’s important to look at the...
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Help to Save explained
Help to Save is a savings scheme for people with low incomes who receive certain benefits. The government adds a bonus of up to 50% on what you save. This guide...
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Take your pension as multiple lump sums
If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose how and when to take your money. One option is to leave the money invested and take cash lump...
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How long does a default stay on your credit file?
Have you borrowed credit recently and missed payments on your account, which may have resulted in a default? Do you need more information? Read our blog to find...
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How much is Universal Credit?
Universal Credit is made up of a standard monthly allowance, plus extra money for housing costs, bringing up children, caring and living with an illness or disability....
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Where can I get emergency help with money and food?
Find out where to get urgent free help and support if you’ve run out of money, are struggling, or need to pay an unexpected cost.
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Peer-to-peer borrowing and lending: what you need to know
Peer-to-peer (P2P) is a form of lending and borrowing between individuals and businesses, or ‘peers’, without a traditional financial institution such as a bank...
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Family & care
Big money decisions often need to be made when looking after family members, expecting a baby, or you’ve got family problems like illness, divorce or bereavement....
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What is home credit or doorstep lending?
Home credit is where you borrow money and the lender comes to your home to collect the payments. Also known as doorstep lending, it’s best avoided if you have...
