It’s finally possible to secure an inflation-busting interest rate with a host of deals paying five percent or more. This opportunity may not last much longer, warns Victoria Scholar, head of investment at Interactive Investor, as the Bank of England could start cutting base rates from today’s 5.25 percent in the spring. Anna Bowes, head […]
A woman from Leicestershire is turning over thousands of pounds a month from an art business that started as a lockdown side hustle. Former swimmer Danielle Tomlinson, 25, who represented Team GB, tried her hand at painting and selling artwork after COVID-19 lockdown restrictions halted her training sessions. According to Ms Tomlinson, it took just […]
From entertainment to food ideas, MoneyMagpie.com has rounded up all of the free and cheap activities that should keep parents and their little ones out of trouble. Food Is it just me, or when the kids are home does the fully stocked fridge seem to empty every other day? However much I plan and stock […]
Is there anything as romantic as sitting down with your partner and going over your finances… ok, we jest! We would far rather stick to steak and a rom-com for Valentine’s Day. What we do, however, know is that according to YouGov research “the majority of couples (60 percent) in serious relationships have a joint […]
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more ‘I’m an expert – here are 10 freebies and discounts available for over 60s right now’ (Image: GETTY) When my Mum turned 60 last year, she felt a bit blue. Age is a privilege, but can […]
Savings alert as accounts breaching tax thresholds triple in one year – easy tip to avoid (Image: Getty) The number of adult savings accounts with balances large enough to incur tax on savings interest has tripled in the past year, new data shows. This surge highlights the growing risk of tax exposure for savers who […]
Sunderland has been crowned the side hustle capital of the UK, according to research. The study, of 2,000 adults who make cash in addition to their day job, revealed those up north seem to have more of an entrepreneurial flare, with residents having an average of four side hustles each. But second on the list […]
Martin Lewis has issued a clarion call for Britons to check they are being taxed correctly as “millions” are currently overpaying. The financial journalist urged workers to check they are on the correct HMRC tax code as it’s on your head if you are paying the incorrect amount. He told listeners on his BBC podcast: […]
Collin Dickinson received a British Gas bill for £32,000 after receiving one for £1,900. The 53-year-old was in shock after receiving his huge bill. He couldn’t believe the massive amount he supposedly owed the energy provider, especially as he had always been in credit. The £32,000 came after they sent a bill for £1,900 around Christmas 2022. British […]
Thousands of households have just over a week left to claim free cash worth up to £1,700 to help with energy bills. The Home Heating Support Fund is available to households in Scotland, however there is not long left to claim it as the latest round will close to new applications on February 16. The […]
