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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
House price growth appears to be on the rebound following a subdued 2025 – where are prices heading in 2026 and beyond?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Equity release vs downsizing house – which is best?
Downsizing and equity release are both popular ways to unlock the capital in your home. We weigh up the pros and cons of each.
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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Taxpayers urged to fight automated HMRC penalties as 20,000 win on appeal
HMRC loses more than 60% of cases when taxpayers appeal an automated penalty it has imposed, new figures show.
By Laura Miller Published
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Should you fix your mortgage or opt for a variable rate?
With the Bank of England potentially set to announce more interest rate cuts in 2026, homeowners may wonder if it’s best to opt for a fixed rate or variable rate mortgage.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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More than five million taxpayers overpay with wrong tax codes – how to check yours is right
HMRC overcharged taxpayers £3.5 billion in income tax the latest data shows, with tax coding errors largely to blame. Accountants say it is “essential” people check their tax codes to avoid being hit with higher bills.
By Laura Miller Published
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.55%
Savings The best savings rates on the market pay up to 4.55% on your cash – but you will need to act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.55%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.55%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best easy-access savings accounts – earn up to 4.5%
Savings Easy-access savings accounts are offering inflation-busting rates of up to 4.5% on your cash savings, but they won't last for long. We look at the best interest rates on the market now
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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