Category : Finance Banking


Santander Cuts First-Time Buyer Rates Below 4%

Santander announces significant rate reductions for first-time buyers, with selected fixed-rate mortgages dropping below 4%. Industry experts warn these favorable rates may be short-lived due to volatile market conditions.

Sky Broadband Customers Face £3 Monthly Hike

Sky and Now broadband customers will see a £3 monthly price increase from April 1, with the removal of the Speed Guarantee money-back perk allowing early contract termination.

HMRC Tax Demands Hit 70% of State Pensioners

Nearly 70% of retired individuals paid tax on pension income last year, with average bills exceeding £4,500. Many were unaware the State Pension is taxable as the new tax year approaches.

Businessman Must Pay £264k or Return to Prison After Fraud

Richard Stubbs, a former police officer convicted of multiple fraud charges, has been ordered to pay £264,000.64 by May 27 or serve an additional two-and-a-half years in prison. The court ruled he benefited from criminal activities, with compensation to b

HMRC £3,000 Tax Alert for UK Crypto Traders

HM Revenue & Customs has warned cryptocurrency traders that profits exceeding £3,000 may be subject to Capital Gains Tax, with specific rules for calculating gains on transactions.

UK Banks Offer Up to £200 for Switching Accounts

Lloyds, NatWest, First Direct, Nationwide, and Co-op Bank are providing cash bonuses ranging from £100 to £200 for customers who switch their current accounts, with specific eligibility criteria and deadlines.

Leeds Building Society Hits 1M Members as Revenues Rise

Leeds Building Society achieved a major milestone in 2025, reaching one million members while reporting significant increases in revenue and operating profit. The mutual also expanded its community support and branch network investments.

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