Personal Finance News

11 Feb

Saving Money On Healthcare In 2026

When it comes to being healthy, you might feel that this is more important than your financial situation. That may well be true, but you probably also want to make sure that you are able to keep your finances in check, and there are lots of ways you should be able to make sure of […]

10 Feb

48 million still struggling with living costs in the UK – who is worst affected?

New research has revealed that 88% of the UK is struggling to cope with high living costs – equal to an estimated 48 million people nationwide. Of those in the survey, over 2 in 5 (45%) indicated that the country’s high living costs are impacting them even more than last year, showing that things have […]

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 […]