Personal finance

  • Just how much is financial advice worth?

    By Merryn Somerset Webb, 06 February, 2012

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    Financial advisers are shocked at how little the public thinks they're worth. But do they do enough to prove it? Merryn Somerset Webb investigates.

  • Equity release is a very pricey subprime loan

    By Merryn Somerset Webb, 27 January, 2012

    Equity release may sound like a great way to unlock some of the value tied-up in your home. But it's far more expensive than you may have realised, says Merryn Somerset Webb - especially when there's a cheaper way of doing it.

  • Should you switch energy suppliers?

    By Merryn Somerset Webb, 20 January, 2012

    Energy suppliers may have taken a chunk out of our bills recently - but we're still paying far more than a year ago, says Merryn Somerset Webb. So, how can you get the best deal?

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