Personal Finance NewsUnexpected expenses can happen to anyone. A vehicle repair, emergency home maintenance, medical bill, or sudden travel expense can quickly put pressure on a household budget. While these situations can be stressful, knowing where to look for financial support can help you make informed decisions and avoid panic. Use Emergency Savings First If you have […]
New research from Nationwide FlexStudent reveals the biggest self-confessed mistakes made by today’s students at university – with money worries topping the list far more than they did for previous generations. Nationwide today announces it is bringing back its popular FlexStudent current account offer, which will once again offer new students £100 in cash plus £120 in Just Eat […]
Many homeowners take pride in a beautiful garden, but keeping one up often means a steady stream of expenses. From professional services to constant fuel, supplies, and water, costs can quickly pile up. However, if you think of your garden equipment as a long-term investment rather than just a purchase, you can significantly reduce ongoing […]
Younger savers increasingly feel the concept of ‘saving for a rainy day’ is outdated, and are focusing their efforts on saving for specific goals, new research from LHV Bank has revealed. The survey of more than 2,000 savers found 44% of respondents aged 18-24 felt the idea of rainy day savings was outdated. Similar proportions […]
Britain’s older savers are increasingly putting money aside not to fund a holiday, hobby or once in a lifetime experience, but to provide a financial safety net as concerns about costs in later life continue to grow. The first United Trust Bank Savings Insight Report 2026, based on responses from 947 customers aged 55 and over, suggests […]
Santander has today (4 August 2026) launched a new range of Fixed Rate ISAs, offering competitive rates of up to 4.70% AER/tax-free, alongside rewarding customers who transfer in an ISA from an external provider, with up to £400 in hotel vouchers. The new range includes two top-of-market rates among high street providers for a three-year […]
Late payment is not a minor admin irritation. It is a growth tax imposed on smaller firms by larger customers, as well as by muddled systems and old habits. Cash flow keeps an SME alive. Not profit on a spreadsheet. Cash. When invoices sit unpaid for weeks beyond terms, owners freeze hiring, shelve expansion and […]
Finding a cheaper energy deal is set to get even easier for households across the UK thanks to a new update on a free mobile app. The Renewal app’s new energy-switching feature lets households see which providers are available at their property and how much they could save by switching. Users just have to add […]
Digital assets have grown quickly, opening up new chances for investors and businesses. But this growth also brings big challenges for accounting and reporting. As these assets become more common, knowing how to track, value, and report them correctly is no longer just for specialists; it’s a basic need for good financial health and following […]
