Personal Finance NewsAmerican Express has launched its first-ever limited time offer on the Platinum Cashback Everyday Credit Card, offering new Cardmembers 5% cashback up to an increased £125, over an extended five month welcome period. This is £25 more than the usual £100 limit on the 5% introductory cashback rate, and runs over an extended five month […]
A new study by Carwow has found just how severely mileage impacts the value of used cars. The study reveals car valuations can drop by a staggering 27% once they tip over the 60,000-mile mark. As a result, owners looking to sell are now being advised to do so before their vehicle hits this 60k […]
M&S Travel Money insight reveals the value of the pound has increased against nine of the top ten currency destinations over the last 12 months, meaning families heading away for some winter sun may see their travel money go that little bit further, compared to the same time last year. While sterling has gained ten […]
Go.Compare car insurance has today released new data, showing that the average car insurance premium has risen by 35% in 12 months. The latest price index from Go.Compare car insurance shows that in Q2 2022, the average price of car insurance was £347, and then in Q4 2023, it had risen to £465, an increase of […]
Data from Hodge reveals 80% of Brits are most concerned about the increase in energy prices, 72% are worried about everyday costs and 61% are struggling with rising inflation. Although concerns about the rising cost of living have eased slightly, it continues to impact over three quarters (76%) of people surveyed. From a regional perspective, top worriers […]
A recent data analysis revealed the substantial financial contribution made by vans to toll roads in England. In 2022, they generated a daily estimated revenue of £339,488, resulting in an annual revenue of over £123 million. Van drivers, who make up 18% of road traffic, are spending more time exploring cost-efficient ways to manage their […]
According to research from Suffolk Building Society, over two-thirds (69%) of potential self builders do not know that some mortgage lenders will allow them to borrow to purchase land where planning permission has been granted. Correspondingly, concern over financing a project was the number one barrier for those interested in self build: other concerns were around […]
American Express has launched a limited time dining Offer helping its Gold Cardmembers earn boosted cashback when they eat out. Over the next three months – 19 February to 19 May, 2024 – American Express Gold Cardmembers can earn 20% cashback, boosted from 10% in previous months, when spending at over 1,000 eligible restaurant locations […]
An extensive new study has revealed how driving a bit further and flying from an alternative airport nearby could help some flyers save cash on their parking. The biggest potential saving can be found in the capital, where nearly £70 can be cut by travelling from Heathrow rather than London City Airport. The research, conducted […]
