Personal Finance News

10 Feb

What Costs Are Involved in Buying a House

Buying a house is an exciting milestone, but it’s easy to overlook the extra costs involved in the process. While many people focus on the property’s purchase price, numerous additional expenses can quickly add up, making the overall cost much higher than expected. Understanding these costs before you start can help you budget more effectively […]

4 Feb

Who Should You Hire When Selling Your Home?

Selling a home is no easy task. Fortunately, you’re not expected to do it all yourself. While you can save money through DIY marketing or by hiring a van to move your possessions, it’s often much more practical to hire professionals who have all the right resources and experience. But just who should you hire? […]

3 Feb

The top 10 best UK cities for growing a business in 2026

UK business owner confidence has dropped to a three-year low, continuing to fall further each quarter, according to a survey In this climate, selecting the right location is crucial for entrepreneurs. So, where in the UK offers the best opportunities for business growth? To find out, The Co-operative Bank has created a Business Growth Index, ranking 30 major […]

3 Feb

More Than One In Four Travel Insurance Claims Are For Holiday Cancellation

More than one in four (28%) travel insurance claims are for holiday cancellation, according to travel insurance provider, Multitrip.com, meaning something went wrong before the holiday even began. Cancellation reasons are not always related to your own health or situation. In fact, almost two-fifths (39%) of cancellation claims were due to the illness or injury of a travelling […]

26 Jan

Self-Assessment: The 7 Mistakes to Avoid as deadline approaches

7 Self Assessment Tax Mistakes To Avoid Sophie Graham, a Personal Finance Expert at Sunny, says: “Self-assessment can feel overwhelming, especially if you only deal with it once a year. Most mistakes aren’t about doing anything wrong on purpose, but about missing details or leaving things too late. Taking a bit of time to prepare and double-check […]

23 Jan

What To Consider When Opening a Stocks and Shares ISA

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a cut to the Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027, to drive more investment into the UK economy. This is spiking an interest in Stocks and Shares ISAs, but what should you consider before opening an account? What is a Stocks and Shares ISA? Individual Savings Accounts […]

19 Jan

Gen Z will switch banks for better perks – not better interest rates

New research commissioned by Pay.UK, the owner and operator of The Current Account Switch Service, reveals that Gen Z define what makes a ‘good bank’ differently from previous generations, with nearly three-quarters  (72%) saying they value banks that reward everyday spending rather than financial milestones. The study of 1,004 UK adults aged 16 – 28 shows over half […]

16 Jan

American Express announces bonus points offers for new British Airways Cardmembers

In a year that marks the 25th anniversary of the British Airways American Express Cards, American Express and British Airways have launched new limited-time sign-up offers on all British Airways American Express ® Cards for eligible new Cardmembers, alongside an enhanced ‘invite a friend’ offer for existing Cardmembers. All offers are available until 24 February 2026, with up […]

16 Jan

Staying Financially Secure After a Work Accident

A sudden injury at work often brings an immediate wave of uncertainty that stretches far beyond physical pain. You might find yourself worrying about the stack of bills on the kitchen table or how a period of leave will affect your long-term career prospects. Navigating the weeks following an incident requires a calm approach to […]