Finance

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Energy bills can be cut by £390 though this one 'overlooked' money saving tactic
According to an analysis of 21 million homes from Plumbnation, a majority of homes were found to only meet insulation standards from the 1970s - and this outdated insulation is a silent culprit behind high energy bills
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Cadbury announces return of 'delicious' bar as B&M shoppers flock to buy it
People have rushed to get their hands on the brand new Cadbury chocolate bar announced recently - and it's been described as 'absolutely delicious' by sweet treat lovers
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HMRC new tax crackdown on eBay and Vinted sellers explained in full
Online platforms including eBay are now instructed to record how much money people are making and report it to HMRC - but what exactly is changing, and does it affect you?
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Supermarkets to make major packaging changes to food sold in stores and online
The new labels are part of sweeping reforms to support British farmers with environmental secretary Steve Barclay set to announce the plans at the Oxford Farming Conference today
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WASPI state pension report due to be published and it could lead to compensation
Almost four million women have lost up to six years of their state pension due to DWP changes, but an Ombudsman investigation will soon be published and it could bring compensation payouts
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Mortgage price war ramps up as another major lender slashes rates below 4%
First Direct announced it was reducing rates across its entire range of repayment mortgages from tomorrow (January 5) with the biggest cut on its 10-year fixed rate mortgage
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Experts explain why restaurants and pubs are closing and 'challenging' reality
The number of licensed premises in Britain fell by 3.6% in the 12 months to September 2023, according to Hospitality Market Monitor from CGA by NIQ and AlixPartners
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HMRC text warning issued as Brits told they are owed £277 tax refund
The scam text currently making the rounds says the receiver is due a tax refund worth £276.74 from the 2020-21 tax year. The message then provides a link that encourages the text receiver to click
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Martin Lewis explains new HMRC rule for people making money on eBay or Etsy
On Wednesday evening, Martin Lewis took to social media to clear up the confusion on the new HMRC rules, explain what has changed, and how it will affect users of these platforms
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Millions of UK drivers to be hit with car tax hike from April 2024
Drivers of older vehicles will be slapped with higher car tax charges this April with rates set to rise for most motorists and drivers from later this year
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McDonald's new menu lands today as wrap from four years ago makes comeback
Say goodbye to festive McDonald's menu items - including the Big & Cheesy Burger and the Chicken Big Mac - and hello to old favourites as the new January offering has arrived
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Fatcat bosses get more money by 1pm today than average worker will earn all year
Big bosses like pharmaceuticals chief Pascal Soriot and weapons manufacturer Charles Woodburn earn over a hundred times more per hour than what an average worker can make in a whole year
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Busiest day on Rightmove in 13 years as 10,000 homes listed for sale in 24 hours
Most sellers don’t put their homes on the market over Christmas, which is why Boxing Day is normally busy for property websites - and Rightmove has released its latest stats
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Supermarkets sell Easter eggs already because of cheeky 'trick', says expert
People have started to notice Easter eggs going on sale in supermarkets already, with some being spotted back in October - but according to experts, there's a sneaky reason as to why this is happening
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HSBC slashes mortgage rates to below 4% as ‘price war’ heats up
HSBC says its new deals will be introduced on Thursday and will include a two-year fixed remortgage deal for 4.49% and a five-year deal for 3.94% - the lowest rates the UK has seen since June last year
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'Brilliant' way to banish nasty mould from window frames 'works in minutes'
A woman who was having trouble with mould on her windowsills asked for advice on how to get rid of it when the weather is cold, and many suggested an 'amazing' product
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You can repurpose Xmas tree to make effective cleaning spray with 35p ingredient
A cleaning fan has shown followers how to repurpose their Christmas trees to make a seriously cheap and effective antibacterial spray that's suitable for all surfaces
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Exact date DWP and HMRC will pay £299 cost of living payment next month
The next cost of living payment is worth £299 and is the final of three totalling £900 which have been paid by the Government over the last year - the first two payments were £300 and £301 and were paid in spring and autumn 2023
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15 hours free childcare explained including how to apply and who is eligible
The standard entitlement for free childcare is 15 hours a week - but some parents are entitled to an additional 15 hours on top, taking it to 30 hours a week
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Households can claim £150 cost of living help today - but you need to be quick
Those eligible for the help can claim the vouchers from 10am today (January 3). However, you will need to be quick as there is a limited amount of vouchers available and once they are gone the application process will close
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Pension calculator shows when you can retire as state pension age to rise to 68
The current state pension age - the earliest age you can start claiming the state pension - is 66, but that will rise to 67 between 2026 and 2028 and to 68 by 2046
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Hidden window bolt can be adjusted to make your home warmer in seconds
As freezing temps continue to hit the UK, one man has discovered a secret bolt on his window. It could help heat your home and keep the cold outside and only takes second to sort
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HMRC makes major change to the way you claim Child Benefit from today
The new Child Benefit claims process can be done entirely online through the Government's website and takes around 10 minutes - with payments potentially made in as little as three days
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McDonald's is axing 8 items from menu tomorrow - so you'll have to be quick
McDonald's is axing its much-loved Christmas menu to make way for five new tasty items - but many aren't ready to wave goodbye to some of their firm favourites
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Greggs announces return of popular bake after two years - and fans are delighted
The vegan steak bake was sadly removed from the Greggs menu two years ago and fans have taken to social media pleading for its return ever since