Personal Finance News

28 Jun

Over 16 million families at risk of receiving shock Inheritance Tax bill

Widespread uncertainty and confusion around Inheritance Tax (IHT) means millions of over 55s are at risk of leaving families with what could be a significant tax bill to be pay from the deceased’s estate. Research from financial planning experts at abrdn found that a third (32%) of UK adults over the age of 55 (16.4 […]

26 Jun

5 Steps to Clear Debts and Reduce Living Expenses in 2023

Managing personal finances in 2023 presents a unique set of challenges in the UK. With an unpredictable economy, taking control of your financial situation is crucial. This article aims to provide five straightforward steps to clear your debts, cut down your living costs, and achieve financial stability in the year ahead. By implementing these tips, […]

20 Jun

A third of hire car drivers in dark about £2,000 excess charge

More than a third (37%) of hire car drivers are unaware that they are liable for the excess (the first part of any claim) if their car is damaged or stolen, which can be up to £2,000, even if it is not their fault. Excess waiver can be bought to protect drivers from this, however […]

13 Jun

One in four spending less on holidays this year

One in four are spending less on their holidays this year, than last year, according to a new survey of people who have hired a car in the UK or abroad carried out by Opinium for travel insurance provider, Multitrip.com. Two fifths (40%) say they are spending the same and only a quarter say they […]

31 May

Debt consolidation and home improvements drive consumer borrowing

Research from Freedom Finance, one of the UK’s leading digital lending marketplaces, reveals that the growing demand for consumer credit is being underpinned by a move for consumers to consolidate debt. The analysis reveals forty-one percent (41%) of all people who searched for a loan through Freedom Finance’s platform in April 2023 were looking to […]

31 May

How To Keep Your Car Running Costs Under Control

Many of us are trying to find ways to cut costs right now. With everything from food prices to energy bills going up, anything we can do to save money is likely to be welcome. One way to save is to look at what we drive and the way we drive it. For motorists, a […]

22 May

UK wedding guests set to spend £16.6bn in 2023

As summer approaches and wedding season hits full swing, new research from American Express has found that UK wedding guests are set to increase their spend attending weddings by 18% this year, compared to 2022. The average wedding guest is expecting to spend £1,045 on average per wedding this year, equating to £16.6 billion across the […]

16 May

One in five Brits to pay for their 2023 holidays with their credit cards

More than a fifth of people who are planning to go on holiday in 2023, said they would be paying for their holidays using their credit card, according to a survey from Go.Compare.* Go.Compare asked more than 2000  people about their holiday plans for 2023, where respondents were asked “How are you planning to pay […]

10 May

Leeds Building Society adopts new credit score boost option to help first time buyers

Aspiring homeowners can improve their chances of getting on the housing ladder thanks to extra evidence of a borrower’s good financial track record being factored into mortgage checks by a leading lender. Leeds Building Society has become the first UK mortgage provider to partner with Experian and connect to its free Experian Boost service. It […]