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Huge increase in home buyers being gifted £100k or more for deposits as families look to sidestep inheritance tax

Britain is in the midst of an unprecedented wealth transfer from baby boomers to younger generations - and house deposits are increasingly the vehicle of choice. read


Best regular savings accounts paying up to 7% interest

Regular savings accounts can be a great starter home to build up a savings pot and get into the habit of tucking money away. read


Can we sell our £1.2million house without the neighbours knowing?

We're keen to avoid time wasters who just want to nose around, and don't like the idea of having a sign plonked outside the house. read


Cold War bunker on the edge of Sandringham could be yours... for just £20,000

The Dersingham Royal Observer Corps post was once part of a large network of observation posts up and down the country. read


Charging my EV should have been easy... it wasn't! says RAY MASSEY

If the Government insists we should adopt electric vehicles as our main mode of transport, then it needs to get the infrastructure sorted. read


Banks want to lend you a bigger mortgage - but is that a good idea? This is Money podcast

Major banks are tweaking their rules to allow borrowers to get bigger mortgages, while a new upstart lender is offering seven times salary home loans. read


Insolvency wave to batter Britain as tariffs and higher taxes hit firms

A report suggested more will soon follow as the number of companies in 'critical' financial distress rose by 13 per cent in the first quarter. read


Support our Army Reservists now, says the LORD MAYOR OF LONDON

In the UK - as elsewhere - conversations are inevitably turning to defence as the world becomes a more dangerous place. read


MARKETWATCH: FTSE 100 enjoys tenth day of gains

At the end of a steady session in London, the blue-chip index closed up 0.1 per cent, or 7.81 points, to 8415.25 as it extended its longest winning streak since 2019. read


Car production rose in March for the first time in a year with almost half of output EVs - but 'trade uncertainty' is now the 'major challenge'

Mike Hawes, chief executive of the SMMT, said attention for UK car makers will now focus on how they will adjust to Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on all vehicles imported into the USA. read


National Express crashes as US arm sold on the cheap

The sharp decline - accelerated by a warning of lower profits - means shares have cratered 84 per cent since early 2020. read


Former Bank boss Mervyn King in debt warning

King criticised Rachel Reeves's 'flawed' fiscal rules, which allow debt to keep rising as a share of GDP for the time being with the aim that it will start coming down after a few years. read


ALEX BRUMMER: US swerves a Liz Truss event

But a fresh light has now been shone on the oversized risks of under-regulated hedge funds in managing financial stability. read


HSBC eyes digital AGM amid fears of protests

The bank is looking to save money on leasing venues, providing refreshments and hiring security. It is also looking to deter the likes of Extinction Rebellion. read


How to turn your pension into retirement income: A five-step guide to sorting it out

When it's time to stop work and enjoy retirement, you need to make the most of the money you have saved. We explain what you need to know. read


How to claim pension tax relief: Are YOU missing out on an HMRC refund?

Plenty of eligible higher and additional rate taxpayers fail to claim the pension tax relief they are due. Here's our guide to getting a refund... read


Energy price cap will fall in July, expert forecaster predicts - is it still worth fixing your tariff now?

Cornwall Insight warns that while falling prices are good in the short term, they show how volatile the wholesale market is. read


How can I rebuild my credit score after clearing £10,000 of debt?

Is there anything I can do to fast-track my score to rising to fair, good or even excellent territory? read


Electric Range Rover completes Arctic Circle test as it bids to become the 'world's most capable luxury SUV'

The Range Rover Electric is expected to be revealed in production form towards the end of this year, with first deliveries arriving in early 2026. read


Which major stock markets have fallen the most since Trump's tariff Liberation Day?

Trump's sweeping tariff measures have shaken the global economy, though, leaving many investors nursing huge losses. read


Secrets of the baked bean: HARVEY DORSET goes inside Wigan's Heinz factory

We find out some surprising facts about Britons' favourite bean - from laser inspections to being baked inside the can. read


Should you ditch your US investments? Experts reveal the VERY surprising answer - and where to profit now

Should you Sell America? And if so, where might be better places to put your money? Might there even be some opportunities to snap up US shares at a bargain price? Here's what you need to know now. read


Bank of England tipped to slash rates TWICE in two months as tax hikes and US tariffs batter the economy

In a boost for households and businesses hoping for cheaper borrowing costs, investors are betting on cuts in May and June, from 4.5% to 4%. read


What would you put on your financial bucket list? LEE BOYCE on trying to prepare for his 40s in good time

I have two years until I turn 40 - and my attention has turned to creating a bucket list, which includes a financial category. read


With markets and news moving fast, how can I make sure my investments are diversified and keep up?

My investments are a mix of funds, shares and investment trusts and I find them hard to keep track of. read


I'd invest in ITV over Netflix: Temple Bar's Ian Lance on bargain shares

Ian Lance joins Simon Lambert to discuss Temple Bar's value investing and why the UK stock market has taken a turn for the better but bargain stocks still remain. read


Take a look inside this South African game reserve with 28 bedroom suites which could be yours for £9.7m

Magic Hills is a privately owned game reserve stretching around 40,000 acres and housing 28 bedroom suites. read


Best cash Isa savings rates: Easy access and fixed deals in our tables

This is Money's best cash Isa tables are updated as new deals arrive and highlight the top easy access and fixed rate Isas from banks and building societies. read


Why wasn't my pension lifestyled? I lost £8,500 in stock market downturn: CRANE ON THE CASE

Had my pension been moved into a lower-risk fund in 2015, as Wesleyan said it would be in its letters, I believe I would not have lost as much money. read


Thousands of households to get £250 compensation payout this weekend - check if you're eligible

South West Water said around 13,000 households will receive £250 in compensation after enduring major problems with their water supplies in recent days. read


New lender launches mortgages at seven times income - is it a good idea?

A mortgage lender is now offering home buyers and homeowners the chance to borrow up to seven times their annual salary.  read


How I became solar panels convert - and even made a profit on my electricity bill, by SIR STEVE WEBB

Last year my wife Helen and I finally installed solar panels on our home, which means that sunny days boost our bank balance as well as my mood. read


State pension scandal on course to cost the Government £1bn

'We have become so used to stories about state pension errors that it is easy to become dulled to the scale of what went wrong,' says former minister Steve Webb. read


Pensions worth up to £1k could be merged automatically: New plan to deal with 13m tiny pots

The Government says in time the move could boost the retirement savings of the average worker by around £1,000 due to reduced costs. read


Nissan estimates £4BN net loss in revised earnings forecast as it embraces huge cost-cutting measures to save it from the 'brink of collapse'

Towards the end of last year, alarm bells were sounded at the company, which was described as being 'on the brink of collapse' with 'just 12 months to survive'. read


Could EV battery health certificates convince more drivers to buy a used electric car?

The longevity of battery life remains a major hurdle for second-hand car buyers who fear getting stung with a massive bill of up to £30k to replace a battery. read


10 tips on how to get cheaper car insurance

From switching insurer to installing a black box or updating a job title, This is Money reveals ten ways motorists can save on their car insurance policy today. read


Sipp and Isa cashback offers: how to boost your savings

Investing platforms have introduced a raft of new tax year cashback offers that give investors the potential to boost their pots by up to £5,000. read


There is only one star at this year's Washington financial gatherings - and it's not Rachel Reeves: ALEX BRUMMER

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's appearance before bankers at the Willard Hotel needed a video feed as it was so oversubscribed. read


How to take advantage when stock markets are down: Financial planning moves that pay off

Most recently, Trump sent US stocks tumbling even further after calling US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell a 'major loser' for not lowering US interest rates. read


How much do YOU spend on bills each month? Cities with highest - and lowest - budgets revealed

UK households are spending over two-thirds of their wages on essential bills and daily expenses, new data from Money Supermarket shows. read


Treasury raked in £1.4BILLION in stamp duty in March as home buyers raced to beat hike

Homebuyers rushed to complete their property purchases in March ahead of the stamp duty deadline, new figures have revealed. read


Period homes now cost 123% more a year to insure than contemporary properties

The average home insurance premium for a period property is £547 per year, compared to £302 a year for homes built after the year 2000, Compare the Market said. read


How fake 'Reese Witherspoon' tried to cheat us out of thousands: We expose a devious new crime wave

Mark Lewis and Nick Stapleton, hosts of Scam Interceptors, went undercover to reveal the tricks of scammers using deepfakes of Hollywood stars. Here they reveal how you can beat them... read


Big banks used to pay Isa savers a pittance but now you can earn 4.25%, says SYLVIA MORRIS

For years I have recommended you stay away from savings accounts offered by the big high street banks. They typically pay a pittance. read


Nationwide dominates bank switching battle with help of cash bonuses and Fairer Share lure

More than 1million bank account switches took place in the last 12 months, with 222,805 occurring in the first three months of the year. read


Oasis fans have already lost £2m to ticket scams, major bank warns

Oasis fans have collectively lost over £2million to ticket scams, estimates from Lloyds bank show. read


Two major lenders relax mortgage rules - first-time buyers can now borrow £39,000 more

Two more mortgage lenders have relaxed their mortgage rules, meaning homebuyers households can now potentially borrow tens of thousands of pounds more. read


Our best fixed energy deals that beat the April price cap

The price cap rose to £1,849 in April, an increase of £111. Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap? read


Age you can access work and private pensions soon rises to 57 - here's how to plan ahead

People in their late 40s and early 50s need to be aware of the change if they want to retire early, or use some of their pension to clear debt or meet other expenses. read


Inheritance tax receipts soar to record high as experts warn more people will have to pay

More people are paying IHT as frozen thresholds and soaring house prices have pulled them into the net, and experts predict this will only rise. read


My neighbour pointed a camera at my garden and films my every move... what can I do? DEAN DUNHAM replies

My neighbour has installed CCTV and one of his cameras points directly into my garden. Do I not have any right to privacy on my property? read


IMF lashes out at China and US over trade war as tariff turmoil takes toll on corporate titans

As companies across the globe laid bare the impact of tariffs, the IMF warned tensions between Washington and Beijing were hitting investment. read


WPP boss says US tariffs have not yet massively hit client spending

Mark Read said the FTSE 100 group, one of the world's largest advertising agencies, was upholding its annual guidance amidst the 'challenging economic environment.' read


William Hill owner Evoke achieves modest sales growth

Evoke revealed its revenue tipped up by 2 per cent at constant currency rates to £437million in the three months ending March. read


Davos founder at centre of misconduct row - days after he retired as chairman of the global gathering of elites

Klaus Schwab (pictured) reportedly faces accusations including that he asked junior staff to withdraw thousands of dollars from cash machines. read


Unilever turnaround is 'moving at pace', says new boss as sales rise in the first quarter

Unilever's new boss Fernando Fernandez said the firm was on track to hit annual targets and distanced himself from its previous 'woke' posturing. read


The 50 greatest British cars of all time ranked by experts - do YOU agree with all their picks?

Have any cars been overlooked or is one too high or low in the list? Let us know your opinion. read


Is it illegal to use my smartwatch while driving - and could I really face a £1,000 fine?

I regularly use my smartwatch at the wheel of my car when stuck in traffic, or waiting at lights, to check messages. Is this deemed a motoring offence? read


Mercedes to replace steering wheel with futuristic spaceship-like yoke for its latest EV

The German car giant will soon offer a cut-away steering wheel design for its flagship EV alongside a new 'steer-by-wire' system. We explain how it works and if it's legal. read


eBay sold my Rolex for £2,200... then sent it back with a fault - and told ME to pay refund: SALLY SORTS IT

I recently sold my Rolex on eBay for £2,200, as I needed cash to pay off the arrears on my mortgage. The watch was sent to the authentication department. read


The increased state pension is here: How much will YOURS rise by?

The headline rate will be hiked by 4.1% under the triple lock - but not all elements of the state pension are increased to the same level. read


How to combine pension pots to make investing cheaper and easier

Savers collect a string of pension pots during their working lives but many never bother merging any of them. You can lose valuable benefits though - here's what to weigh up. read


How homeowners can spread the cost of solar panels and take control of their energy bills

After the energy price cap went up again this month, homeowners are looking to safeguard their bills against the ups and downs of the unpredictable energy market. read


My company pension is moving to an insurer - what happens if it goes bust? STEVE WEBB replies

If the insurance company were to fail would my pension be taken over by the Pension Protection Fund as would be the case if the company failed? read


European military spending ramps up - what does this mean for share prices in defence companies?

The only way Ukraine has been able to keep taking the fight to Russia is because of billions of dollars' worth of military aid from the West flowing into Ukrainian coffers. read


Have I unearthed a £1,000 Dior saddle handbag for £10 at a car boot sale? DAN HATFIELD replies

I found this handbag at a car boot sale - when I got home and examined it, I found it was poentially a Dior saddle bag. Am I right? read


What the IMF's bombshell new UK growth forecast could mean for you

The International Monetary Fund has slashed its forecast for growth in the UK economy for this year by 0.5 per cent to 1.1 per cent. Here, we look at how this could impact millions of ordinary Britons... read


Investors are flocking to buy physical gold: RACHEL RICKARD STRAUS visits the vaults where it's kept

Part of the attraction of gold is its physicality - especially when we become less confident about what the future holds. So if it isn't an assured store of wealth, is anything? read


Invest in AI but avoid the hype: The Asian tech stars powering the next digital revolution

Asian equities haven't been the most fashionable in recent years, with their attraction tempered by strong US markets and weak confidence in a Chinese recovery. read


What's YOUR risk appetite? Are you an adventurous, balanced or cautious investor - take our quiz

When it comes to investing, being willing to take more risk doesn't (necessarily) make you a daredevil, or averse to risk make you a coward. read


Can Trump still turn out to be good for investors after the tariff slump? INVESTING SHOW

Donald Trump was supposed to be good for investors but things have not gone as planned. Simon Lambert and Richard Hunter discuss what's next. read


Six technologies of the future to invest in TODAY to make your children rich, by money expert HOLLY MEAD

Brave young investors who are willing to boldly go where few have gone before have the chance to achieve out-of-this-world returns. read


Is now a good time to buy a home? Only 17% of Britons think so due to three major reasons

The proportion of people who felt confident to buy a home has dropped since stamp duty was hiked, according to a survey. read


Nationwide cuts mortgage rates and now offers best buy for home movers

Nationwide has reduced its rates by up to 0.25 percentage points, with the deals available to both new and existing customers. read


Is a bitcoin economy the future? HARVEY DORSET watches a new documentary claiming it is

A documentary featuring iconic skateboarder Tony Hawk called God Bless Bitcoin has been released - but is the crypto really the future? read


Big building society launches savings account with 5% rate and one-off £50,000 prize draw

Britain's second biggest building society, which has 2million members, has launched a  new loyalty regular saver account paying 5%. read


Mortgage rates are higher today than six months ago - despite two Bank of England rate cuts

Homeowners have seen mortgage rates rise since October, despite the Bank of England cutting the base rate, new exclusive analysis has revealed.    read


Britain's beauty spots where you can buy your dream home for 30% BELOW the asking price

Your dream home may seem out of reach but you could wipe as much as 30 pc off the listed price in some areas as desperate sellers want to clinch a deal. read


Penalties for failing to declare child benefit on tax return plummet as Government eyes changes

Higher earners who do not opt out of payments need to pay a tax charge at the end of the tax year and declare it on their self-assessment tax return or face a penalty. read


Mortgage rates don't have much further to fall in 2025, say experts

The Bank of England is forecast to cut interest rates three more times this year - but it is unlikely to translate into lower mortgage rates, according to experts. read


Best stocks & shares Isas: Pick the right investment account

Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best. read


What next for mortgage rates?

The lowest fixed rate mortgage deals have gone below 4 per cent - and there is a growing expectation that rates may fall slightly further. read


Ten tips for buy-to-let: Essential advice for property investment

If you are planning on investing, or just want to know more, we tell you the 10 essential things to consider for a successful buy-to-let investment read


Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax. read


50 of the best funds and investment trusts: Our experts reveal their top ideas

We asked trusted experts to recommend the best funds that cover different investment sectors - and included This is Money's selection of active and passive options too. read


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