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Has your loved one not made a will? How to protect your inheritanceA recent High Court fight over a £1 million inheritance offers a warning to those who have loved ones without a will. We look at how to legally guard against a loss of mental capacity.
By Laura Miller Published
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How to boost your retirement finances as more people set to live to 100 years oldLater-life planning is more important than ever, with 19% of girls and 12% of boys born in 2024 expected to live to 100, according to the Office for National Statistics.
By Sam Walker Published
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.85%Savings The best savings rates on the market pay up to 4.85% 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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How a financial plan could leave you up to £194,000 better offBrits report being poorer over the past year, according to average estimates, but having a financial plan can boost your wealth whatever your income.
By Laura Miller Published
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The best credit cards for cashbackCashback credit cards can help you earn rewards on everyday spending. We list some of the best deals on the market.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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The best cash ISAs in May 2026 – earn up to 4.71%Savings The best cash ISAs can help you earn up to 4.71% on your cash. We look at the top ISA deals on the savings market.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Triple lock alternatives: will the government reform the state pension?The government has promised not to touch the state pension triple lock this Parliament, but rising costs mean reform could be inevitable eventually
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts fall to £0.7 billion in April – why more estates could be set to pay the ‘death tax’The government took £0.7 billion in inheritance tax in April, a fall from the same month in 2025, but more estates are likely to be dragged into HMRC’s net in the future.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts – could your money be working harder?The UK inflation rate eased to 2.8% in April, but experts warn that inflation is still set to accelerate this year due to the Iran war. We list some of the top-paying savings accounts where your money will grow in real terms.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
