Personal Finance NewsA new study has found that home insurance premiums jump by 10% for pet owners – an extra expense that could be overlooked by residents who are budgeting for a new addition to their family. The research reveals that the median cost of joint buildings and contents home insurance is £219 for those who don’t […]
As wedding season hits its peak, new research1 from American Express shows that 40% of UK wedding guests will attend an overseas wedding in 2025. Brits will attend an average of two weddings either in the UK or abroad, with this number expecting to increase to three weddings in 2026. Londoners and North Easterners are poised […]
Sky has emerged as the provider offering some of the cheapest broadband deals out of the major companies, according to a new customer survey. Among Sky users receiving speeds between 100 and 249 megabits per second (Mbps), a quarter reported paying less than £21 per month – the highest proportion of the providers listed.[1] A fraction […]
Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB) has launched a new range of market-leading long-term fixed-rate Cash ISAs and savings accounts amid growing uncertainty around the future of tax-free savings allowances. The new Cash ISA accounts offer a timely opportunity to secure attractive, tax-free means of safeguarding savings at a time of increasing concern around changes to ISA […]
More than one in five holidaymakers (22%) travelled without insurance for their last trip abroad, new research from Go.Compare Travel has revealed. When asked why they didn’t take out travel insurance, more than a third (36%) thought they didn’t need it, 31% said it was because it was just ‘a short trip’, and a quarter (25%) said […]
American Express has launched a series of limited-time offers, which sees the return of the ‘Invite a Friend’ offer with boosted Membership Reward points, Avios and cashback offers across 11 eligible American Express® Cards for a limited time. In addition, the first-year annual fee will also be waived on the Amex® Cashback Card for new Cardmembers. ‘Invite a Friend’ […]
The latest price index from Go.Compare Car insurance has revealed that the average cost of a car insurance policy has decreased by 7% and is now at the lowest it’s been since early 2023. The price index, which has been published this week, found that the type of policy you buy can have a significant impact on the […]
Despite a huge rise in the use of cashless payments over the last five years, new research reveals that more than one-fifth (23%) of Brits take over £450 cash abroad with them.* The survey, undertaken by Go.Compare Travel insurance, also revealed that the average Brit takes £323.85 in local currency with them abroad, while just one […]
As the UK heads into peak wedding season, guests across the country are preparing to celebrate—while also keeping a close eye on their finances. From multiple invitations to destination ceremonies, the cost of attending weddings can add up quickly. Christie Cook, Managing Director of Retail at Hodge Bank, offers practical, budget-friendly advice to help guests […]
