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We all need a rainy day fund for those emergency costs or if we lose a job. Finding the best account ensures you earn the best rate and can still access your cash when you need it most.

Recent articles (3)

Beat the recession - start cycling

(23 June 09)

With petrol prices soaring and the cost of public transport continuing to rise, more and more of us are jumping on our bikes and saving hundreds of pounds on the trip to work. Ruth Jackson explains where to find the best bike bargains and how to save up to 50% off the cost of a brand new cycle.

What to do if your product provider goes bust

(16 June 09)

The recent woes of fund manager Keydata throw up a key issue - what happens when the firm you've trusted your money to goes bust? You can't easily predict which companies might go under, so it's worth knowing what to do should the worst ever happen. Tim Bennett explains.

Cut out the estate agent when selling your house

(12 June 09)

The housing market has collapsed, yet estate agents are hiking commission charges. So why not ditch the agent and sell your house privately. Ruth Jackson explains how.