Martin Lewis issues tax warning to savers with £20,000
Money expert Martin Lewis warns households with over £20,000 in savings could be taxed on interest due to frozen tax bands. Learn how to protect your savings legally.
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UK Car Theft Crisis: 342,000 Vehicles Stolen
A shocking new report reveals over 342,000 vehicles were stolen in the UK between 2022-2025, with a recovery rate of just 13%. Discover the high-risk areas and the 10 models thieves target most.
Triple Tax Whammy to Cost UK Savers £2,380
Millions face higher tax bills as Labour cuts Cash ISA allowance to £12,000, freezes savings allowance & hikes rates. See how it impacts you.
Mortgage rates set to tumble, brokers predict sub-3.5% deals
Brokers forecast a mortgage price war in early 2026, with rates potentially falling below 3.5%. Leeds Building Society has already cut rates, signalling a competitive start to the year.
Warning for 12m with over £5,001 in current accounts
Over 12 million UK current accounts pay 1% or less interest on balances above £5,001. Experts warn savers are missing out on hundreds of pounds annually. Learn how to boost your savings now.
Energy Price Cap falls 1% in January, Martin Lewis warns
Martin Lewis details the January energy price cap fall of 1%, warning bills are still double pre-crisis levels. He advises on meter readings and fixed deals.
NatWest 1p Challenge: Save £668 in a Year
NatWest promotes a simple 1p daily savings challenge, endorsed by Martin Lewis, that can grow to £667.95 in a year. Learn how small daily steps can build a significant nest egg.
Best 28 savings accounts for UK households after Christmas
Moneyfactscompare unveils the best savings rates for the week of Dec 29, 2025. Expert urges switching to beat inflation. Discover top regular, fixed-rate and Cash ISA deals.
Mortgage shock for 4.5 million UK households
Nearly half of UK mortgage holders will see bills rise by £768 a year as fixed deals expire. The Bank of England warns of payment shocks despite recent rate cuts.
Six Ways UK Households Can Beat Inflation
With UK inflation at 3.6%, experts offer six actionable strategies to protect your finances. Learn how to calculate your personal rate, cut food costs, and find inflation-busting savings.
HMRC's 0% tax band on £5,000 savings income explained
HMRC has clarified the 'starting rate for savings', a 0% tax band on up to £5,000 of savings income for eligible UK households. Find out if you qualify and how it works.
NatWest's Three Savings Challenges Can Net You £1,378
NatWest reveals three simple savings challenges, including a 52-week plan, that could help UK customers build a pot of up to £1,378. Start your savings habit today.
UK Savings Tax Rates to Increase from April 2027
UK households face higher tax on savings interest from 2027. Learn how the personal savings allowance and new ISA caps will affect your money. Act now to protect your savings.
Monzo cuts savings rates as Bank of England lowers base rate
Monzo reduces interest on its popular savings pots, including the viral 1p Challenge, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Savers face lower returns from January 6.
HMRC slashes interest rate for late taxpayers
HMRC is reducing interest on late tax payments from 8% to 7.75% from January 9, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Learn the new rates and key self-assessment deadlines.
Monzo cuts interest rates on savings pots
Monzo is reducing the interest rate on its 1p Savings Challenge and Instant Access Pots from January 6, impacting customer returns. Find out how this change affects your savings.
UK mortgage repayments to fall after Bank of England rate cut
UK homeowners and first-time buyers set for lower monthly costs after the Bank of England's base rate cut this week, unlocking pent-up housing demand. Read expert analysis.
Nationwide: Savers See £436 Interest, Young Aim for £15k
Nationwide research reveals UK savers earned £436 interest on average in 2025. Ambitious 25-34 year olds plan to save nearly £15,000 next year. Discover how to maximise your savings returns.
Mortgage rates set to plunge below 3% in price war
UK mortgage rates are poised to fall below 3% by spring after a Bank of England rate cut, with lenders expected to launch a competitive price war in January. Discover what this means for homebuyers.
Get a £1,000 tax-free boost with HMRC side hustle rule
A key HMRC rule means anyone can increase their Personal Allowance by £1,000 through side hustles. Learn how to earn tax-free and use other savings allowances.
HMRC cuts late payment interest from 29 December
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Inheritance Tax receipts hit £5.8bn, up £84m
UK inheritance tax receipts reach £5.8bn in eight months, driven by frozen thresholds. Experts warn the 'quiet' revenue raiser is forecast to hit £14.5bn by 2031. Read the full analysis.
NatWest, Lloyds, Barclays Miss Top Savings Rates
Moneyfactscompare experts urge savers with major banks to act after crucial warning. Top rates slashed post-BoE cut. See the best accounts for your cash now.
Bank of England cuts interest rate to 3.75%
Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes the Bank of England's latest interest rate cut, highlighting government action on the cost of living. Read the full story.
UK tracker mortgages get £345 boost after rate cut
Over 500,000 UK homeowners on tracker mortgages will see monthly payments fall by nearly £29 after the Bank of England's decision. Find out what it means for you.
Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates from January 2026
Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.
Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 3.75%
The Bank of England has cut the base interest rate to 3.75%. Martin Lewis explains what this means for your mortgage, savings, and loans. Read his full analysis.
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%
The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, signalling a shift for savers and borrowers. Experts urge immediate action to secure top savings deals before banks follow suit.
Business Leaders Demand Bold Rate Cut from Bank of England
UK business owners call on Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey to slash interest rates as inflation falls. A cut could boost mortgages but hit savers. Read the latest ahead of the BoE's crucial decision.
Nationwide's £7,500 savings warning for UK households
Nationwide reveals UK households aim to save £7,535 on average in 2026, but one in ten won't save a penny. Get expert tips to grow your savings.
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