Personal Finance NewsWhile it differs company to company, the majority of new mothers will not receive their full pay for their maternity leave. For the first six weeks of statutory maternity leave, new mothers will receive 90% of their average pay. However, after the first six weeks, new mothers will only receive a statutory payment of £184.03 […]
A new study has revealed that sports cars retain more of their value than any other type of car when resold. According to the latest car valuation data looking at prices for cars after three years and 36,000 miles of use, sports cars boast an average retained value of 52.38% – more than any other […]
As part of its Shop Small campaign, American Express is pledging a total of £100,000 to support small businesses this Autumn. As a longstanding backer of the high street, American Express is calling on its Cardmembers to nominate their favourite independent small businesses through a new ‘Champion Small’ initiative, with 10 businesses nationwide each set […]
Following a busy summer of sport, new research from the Vitality American Express® Credit Card shows that on average Brits are planning to spend £795 to keep motivated on their health and fitness journeys for the rest of 2024. For the average adult, this includes £17.50 a month on gym memberships, £15.30 on sportswear and £9.70 on […]
British garages become playrooms, gyms, and offices as UK homeowners favour conversions to add value and space to their homes Homeowners in the UK are turning to unused garage space to add extra space and value to their homes, as worries about the economy and a static housing market are encouraging people to improve, not […]
New to using credit cards? here’s a quick guide explaining how they work and the best ways to effectively manage your spending. Understanding credit cards The first step to staying on top of your credit card spending is to understand how they work. Essentially, these cards are a money-borrowing tool which enables you to make […]
New research reveals that Preston and Lincoln rank joint first as the least frustrating places for car commutes.[1] They scored 7.9 out of 10 for commuting reliability, thanks to their low fuel and parking costs, few traffic delays, and many road surfaces being in good condition. The index, by Go.Compare Car Insurance, ranked 109 places in the […]
This Autumn, American Express is offering Cardmembers the chance to explore and save on their next day out with the launch of ‘Amex Days Out’. Eligible* Cardmembers can receive 10% back every time they book at a range of popular attractions across the UK – ranging from theme parks to cultural sites and beyond. This […]
Despite the financial pressures facing young people, NatWest’s latest Savings Index reveals younger generations are building positive savings habits, breaking traditional taboos around talking about money, and seeking innovative ways through social media to create a more secure financial future. The survey of 10,000 people across the UK found how 18-34-year-olds are dealing with the […]
