Personal Finance News

30 May

Amex announces series of new limited-time card offers

 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’ […]

29 May

Car insurance prices drop to two year low

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 […]

23 May

Nearly a quarter of Brits still take over £450 cash on holiday with them

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 […]

23 May

The Real Cost of Wedding Season – and How to Survive It

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 […]

23 May

New 33 month 0% balance transfer credit card from HSBC

James McCaffrey, spokesperson for Totally Money commented: “HSBC has just launched an improved balance transfer offer, meaning you can shift your debt and pay no interest until February 2028. And while there’s another bank who is also offering a 33-month balance transfer, this one comes with a slightly lower fee, making it the best on […]

19 May

Prices of British goods have shot up as much as 117 per cent since 2020

The Bank of England’s inflation calculator indicates goods and services cost around a quarter more in 2025 than they did five years ago. But data from SIM-only mobile provider spusu reveals that the prices of some iconic British staples have shot up by as much as 117 per cent since 2020. The research reveals the […]

13 May

7.2 million home insurance policies could be invalidated from key requirement

An estimated 7.2 million policyholders could be at risk of invalidating their home insurance due to putting off maintenance work around their property, a new study has calculated. Around two-fifths (43%) of Brits have delayed some form of maintenance because of the cost of living crisis, according to the research, which can lead to policies […]

13 May

More than one in four people say money worries are damaging relationships

Money worries are now significantly impacting people’s relationships, according to new research released by Money Wellness to mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 (13–19 May). The financial wellbeing platform, which offers free debt advice and ongoing support, surveyed customers to find out how financial stress affects personal wellbeing. More than a quarter (28%) of respondents said their […]

1 May

Heatwave costs Brits over £170 a month

As we continue to see temperatures soar above 20 degrees across the UK, Brits are looking for ways to stay cool.  To use a 3500w air conditioning unit in your home, this could be costing you an extra £168 per month, or £6 per day. However, using a Tower fan costs just 8p a day, […]