Category: Finance
Barclays slashes mortgage rates in ‘bold move’
The bank said it will reduce rates on selected products by up to 0.20 percentage points across its residential purchase and remortgage range from Wednesday …
NS&I slashes rates on Premium Bonds and two other accounts ‘in response to savings market’
The new lower savings rates come in response to changes in the broader market, NS&I has said. …
Boots, Currys and John Lewis warned over ‘sneaky’ Black Friday deals
Which? has accused the retailers of using ‘sneaky tactics’ to try to get shoppers to part with their cash. …
Fraud experts send urgent warning against pension scams following budget announcement
Fraud experts are warning that pensions are becoming a major target for scammers after the recent Budget created more uncertainty about the savings pots. …
Underused HMRC tax break can help older Brits easily knock £252 off bills
Brits of all ages can take advantage of a lesser-known HMRC tax break, if they have a partner who is earning under a certain amount …
State pensioners lose savings after Labour shuts loophole
A tax loophole change in the October Budget will affect pension savings. …
Parents share the toys which are the worst value for money – with one item top of the list
A study of 1,000 parents of children aged 12 and under found the cost per use of different children’s toys, with items such as iPads offering the least value …
Nationwide warning to anyone born between these two years
The world’s largest building society is warning ‘beware’ as ‘old school’ style scams are doing the rounds. …
Warning to anyone buying Baileys at Tesco or Sainsbury’s
Tesco and Sainsbury’s shoppers have been issued a deadline warning. …
Savers urged to make vital check as hidden fees could ‘wipe out pots’
The surprise fees could have “disastrous” consequences for people’s savings pots, an expert has warned. …
