Personal Finance News

3 Feb

More Than One In Four Travel Insurance Claims Are For Holiday Cancellation

More than one in four (28%) travel insurance claims are for holiday cancellation, according to travel insurance provider, Multitrip.com, meaning something went wrong before the holiday even began. Cancellation reasons are not always related to your own health or situation. In fact, almost two-fifths (39%) of cancellation claims were due to the illness or injury of a travelling […]

26 Jan

Self-Assessment: The 7 Mistakes to Avoid as deadline approaches

7 Self Assessment Tax Mistakes To Avoid Sophie Graham, a Personal Finance Expert at Sunny, says: “Self-assessment can feel overwhelming, especially if you only deal with it once a year. Most mistakes aren’t about doing anything wrong on purpose, but about missing details or leaving things too late. Taking a bit of time to prepare and double-check […]

23 Jan

What To Consider When Opening a Stocks and Shares ISA

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a cut to the Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027, to drive more investment into the UK economy. This is spiking an interest in Stocks and Shares ISAs, but what should you consider before opening an account? What is a Stocks and Shares ISA? Individual Savings Accounts […]

19 Jan

Gen Z will switch banks for better perks – not better interest rates

New research commissioned by Pay.UK, the owner and operator of The Current Account Switch Service, reveals that Gen Z define what makes a ‘good bank’ differently from previous generations, with nearly three-quarters  (72%) saying they value banks that reward everyday spending rather than financial milestones. The study of 1,004 UK adults aged 16 – 28 shows over half […]

16 Jan

American Express announces bonus points offers for new British Airways Cardmembers

In a year that marks the 25th anniversary of the British Airways American Express Cards, American Express and British Airways have launched new limited-time sign-up offers on all British Airways American Express ® Cards for eligible new Cardmembers, alongside an enhanced ‘invite a friend’ offer for existing Cardmembers. All offers are available until 24 February 2026, with up […]

16 Jan

Staying Financially Secure After a Work Accident

A sudden injury at work often brings an immediate wave of uncertainty that stretches far beyond physical pain. You might find yourself worrying about the stack of bills on the kitchen table or how a period of leave will affect your long-term career prospects. Navigating the weeks following an incident requires a calm approach to […]

15 Jan

Misplaced confidence might mean you’re missing out on a better credit score

Credit scores are often used by credit card providers and lenders to get a better idea of how people manage their money, and helps them decide whether to offer them credit and on what terms. Yet, for many people, what actually determines a good or bad credit score is an area clouded by confusion. Newly […]

14 Jan

Holidaymakers Determined to Travel Despite Cost of Living

A new Multitrip.com survey shows people are determined to make the most of their time off this year, with 53% already planning to enjoy three or more holidays in 2026. Despite the rising cost of living, the study, which is based on feedback from more than 2,500 respondents in the UK and Ireland, reveals a […]

12 Jan

How to save on car purchases

Purchasing a car is one of the most important financial commitments most households make, yet simple strategic choices can save thousands of pounds without compromising on quality or reliability. With UK motorists facing persistent cost-of-living pressures, understanding where genuine savings exist, instead of chasing superficial discounts, makes the difference between a smart purchase and an […]