Article Archives
2017
Published in December 2017
- Opinion: we should charge for missed GP appointments
- Opinion: Why I won’t tell my kids their presents are from Santa
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Final posting dates for Christmas 2017
by Ruth Jackson
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Five money myths busted
by Ruth Jackson
- Economy Energy named UK’s worst energy supplier for the second time in a row
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Best Secret Santa gifts for every budget
by Ruth Jackson
Published in November 2017
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Robot employees: should we tax machines?
by Sue Hayward
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Contents insurance: a third of us don't have cover
by Ruth Jackson
- I had an unused subscription for 7 years – but I got 50% of the cost back
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National Lottery: Camelot may replace jackpot with lifetime monthly prize
by Ruth Jackson
- Autumn Budget 2017: reaction and what was hidden in the small print
- Autumn Budget 2017: date, predictions and rumours
- Black Friday: how to bag a bargain in the 2017 sales
- What the Autumn Budget 2017 means for your money
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Autumn Budget 2017: key points at a glance
by Anna Jordan
- Autumn Budget 2017: Philip Hammond's speech in full
- British Gas scraps standard tariff... but not until spring
- We're hiding debt, savings and even income from our partners
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Some insurers breaking new pricing rules
by Ruth Jackson
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Facebook Messenger: make cash payments to friends using new service
by Anna Jordan
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From credit interest rate jacking to overbooking flights: 7 legal rip-offs and how to fight back
by Reena Sewraz
- Bank of England Base Rate rises: what it means for savings, borrowings and more
- Will Aid 2017: get a cheap will and donate to charity
Published in October 2017
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Moving home? Your complete financial checklist
by Ruth Jackson
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BT to slash line rental for landline-only users
by Reena Sewraz
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Tesco: GPs trial tracking Clubcard shopping to help curb obesity
by Anna Jordan
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What life as a pensioner really costs
by Ruth Jackson
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Round pound deadline: 5 shops that are still accepting old £1 coins
by Anna Jordan
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How to use mobile apps safely
by Ruth Jackson
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Solar battery promises to save you cash: is Ovo SolarStore (Beta) a good deal?
by Ruth Jackson
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Self-Assessment tax returns: registration deadline, who needs to register for 2016/17 and how to do it
by Reena Sewraz
Published in September 2017
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Simple Assessment: ‘few to benefit’ from HMRC’s new tax system
by Ruth Jackson
- Rare £10 notes: does your new ‘plastic’ Jane Austen tenner have a valuable serial number?
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Prepaid funeral plans: what you need to know before you buy
by Anna Jordan
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Shared Parental Leave UK: the rules on pay and entitlement
by Ruth Jackson
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5 places to get a cheap dinner after work: Starbucks, Itsu, supermarkets and more
by Rita Lobo
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E.ON scraps standard variable tariff for customers with smart meters
by Anna Jordan
- Boots to send promotions to shoppers as they enter a shop
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Cheapest gas and electricity tariffs
by Reena Sewraz
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Tesco 'pocketed £3.4 million from carrier bags'
by Anna Jordan
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'Cheap' deals: the real cost of Nespresso coffee machines, budget flights and mobile phone contracts revealed
by Ruth Jackson
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Energy savings: standard variable tariff vs cheapest deal at British Gas, SSE and more
by Reena Sewraz
- School uniform challenge: the best kit based on price, comfort and how long it lasts
Published in August 2017
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E.ON free wall and loft insulation scheme now open to all
by Ruth Jackson
- How to apply for 30 hours' free childcare and who is eligible
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4 things to do in August or risk losing money
by Reena Sewraz
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Broadband compensation: companies try to avoid paying £52 million in compensation
by Anna Jordan
- Secrets of the German supermarkets conquering America
- Small change that's now worth a mint
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The best insurance policies to have in your 40s
by Anna Jordan
- Got any of these? Small change that's now worth a fortune
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Vodafone and ID Mobile in charges bungle
by Reena Sewraz
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Care home costs: cheapest and most expensive areas revealed
by Ruth Jackson
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Opinion: the energy price cap is a good idea
by Reena Sewraz
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Royal Mint launches new Prince Philip £5 coin
by Anna Jordan
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Insurance checklist: check star ratings, payout, exclusions and fees before you apply
by Anna Jordan
- Household Enquiry Form: reply to this letter or face £1,000 fine
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Sky launches new VIP loyalty scheme
by Anna Jordan
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Virgin Media to hike prices from November
by Reena Sewraz
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British Gas price hike: 3 ways to fight back
by Reena Sewraz
- Who owns British Gas, SSE, Npower and the rest of the UK's big energy companies?
Published in July 2017
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Cancer: how to manage your money when you're unwell
by Anna Jordan
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Tesco rolls out same-day delivery service across the UK
by Anna Jordan
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Rip-off credit and debit card fees to be banned from January
by Reena Sewraz
- Opinion: savers don't have it that bad
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Household price inflation: people ripped off by soaring costs of energy, education and insurance
by Ruth Jackson
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Santander shares: what the rights issue means for investors
by Ruth Jackson
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TalkTalk: price hike hits thousands of broadband, mobile and phone customers
by Anna Jordan
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Cash in hand 'should be phased out in favour of PayPal and card payments'
by Anna Jordan
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The best insurance policies to have in your 30s
by Anna Jordan
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Funeral plans: many pressured into policies which don't cover costs
by Anna Jordan
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BT broadband: sneaky £31 exit fee hidden in small print
by Ruth Jackson
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Free ATMs 'at risk' say retailers
by Ruth Jackson
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Virgin Media's early termination fees to be probed
by Reena Sewraz
Published in June 2017
- Private medical insurance UK: the best added perks
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22 family money saving tips and tricks
by Reena Sewraz
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Tesco IT glitch: thousands of customers' online orders left undelivered
by Anna Jordan
- Surprising mistakes that could invalidate your insurance
- Sarah Beeny: on the future of estate agents and how to succeed at business
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Care home fees: families being charged for 'extended period' after death of residents
by Ruth Jackson
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Pure Planet: wholesale energy prices with a monthly membership fee
by Anna Jordan
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Income Tax at 60%: how to legally cut your rate
by Ruth Jackson
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Bink app: is this the end of traditional loyalty cards?
by Anna Jordan
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Adult children living at home: the best ways to handle your finances
by Sarah Coles
- loveMONEY election manifesto: introduce student loans with flat-rate interest
Published in May 2017
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Smart meters: Conservative party pledges to make smart meters voluntary
by Ruth Jackson
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Remote working: what you need to turn any location into your office
by RobGriffin
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Asda May Sale: save on homeware, fashion, toys, electrical items and more
by Anna Jordan
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Deed of Variation: how to reduce your Inheritance Tax bill
by Ruth Jackson
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Divorce and pension splitting UK: everything you need to know
by Reena Sewraz
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ENGIE: new energy supplier offering green deals at transparent prices
by Reena Sewraz
- How to pay for a funeral
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11 future star fund managers revealed
by RobGriffin
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UK’s best and worst areas for 4G coverage and speed
by Ruth Jackson
Published in April 2017
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Finance Bill: Making Tax Digital shelved, but plans for MPAA remain unclear
by Ruth Jackson
- Opinion: we need to take more responsibility for care costs
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Plans to raise probate fees scrapped by Government
by Ruth Jackson
- loveMONEY Awards winners: the best financial companies as voted for by you
- Switch now to beat the latest energy price hikes!
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Tricks supermarkets use to hike shopping costs without us noticing
by Reena Sewraz
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Self-employed tax changes: more tax returns, higher business rates and other reforms
by Anna Jordan
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Children's inheritance: how much is too much for your kids?
by Sarah Coles
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Earn thousands tax-free each year: Dividend Allowance, Sharing Economy, Rent a Room and more
by Ruth Jackson
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Insurance in your 70s: policies you do and don't need
by Anna Jordan
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Where Council Tax is rising in 2017/18
by Reena Sewraz
- Opinion: apathy is adding £250 million to our energy bills
Published in March 2017
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What Article 50 might mean for savings, currency, investments and more
by Reena Sewraz
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How to complain to a company on Twitter: 5 savvy tips
by Dam1an
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CPIH: what the new UK inflation rate includes, how it's calculated and how it will impact your money
by Reena Sewraz
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New £1 coin: security features, commemorative versions and more
by Ruth Jackson
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New £1 coin: where to get one, security features and how it's made
by Anna Jordan
- From budgeting to shopping around: 7 crucial money rules
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Insurance rip-offs: the car, life, travel and home cover you really don't need
by Anna Jordan
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Opinion: how to tackle the ticket reselling rip-off
by Reena Sewraz
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New £1 coin: will it work in car park and vending machines?
by Sarah Coles
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Artificial Intelligence: will robots change the way you handle your pension, mortgage and banking?
by Sarah Coles
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Cheques will soon clear in less than a day
by Ruth Jackson
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Plusnet customers overcharged: have you missed out on a refund?
by Ruth Jackson
- Tax-Free Childcare scheme 2017: how to sign up, how much it's worth and more
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5G mobile network in the UK: what is it, how fast will it be, when will it launch and more
by Rita Lobo
- Opinion: UK broadband firms should offer a seven-day switching guarantee
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Is PayPal a safe and secure way to pay online?
by Reena Sewraz
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Sainsbury’s spring Nectar Double Up event cancelled
by Reena Sewraz
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Inflation basket 2017: how scooters and gin are affecting your finances
by Anna Jordan
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End of the 2016/17 tax year: make the most of your ISA, Dividend Allowance, annual pension contributions and more
by Reena Sewraz
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Tesco expands Same Day Click and Collect grocery delivery service
by Reena Sewraz
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UK Spring Budget 2017: key points at a glance
by Reena Sewraz
- UK Spring Budget 2017: what it means for pensions, social care, buy-to-let and more
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New £1 coin: collector's editions released worth almost £2,000
by Anna Jordan
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Brexit: prices going up on food, tech, toys and more
by Anna Jordan
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March price rises: stamps, energy bills, driving penalties, mobile bills and more
by Reena Sewraz
Published in February 2017
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Inheritance Tax: new 'family home allowance' exclusions you need to know about
by Reena Sewraz
- If childcare costs are so high why aren’t UK caregivers loaded?
- From Council Tax to National Insurance: tax breaks for the over-55s
- British Gas to reward loyal energy customers: is it a good deal?
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Shrinkflation: the food and drink items that have shrunk but aren't any cheaper
by Reena Sewraz
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The 5p carrier bag charge: where does your money actually go?
by Anna Jordan
- Cheapest last-minute Valentine's Day red roses at Interflora, Moonpig, M&S, Next, Debenhams and Waitrose
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Council Tax: 94% of local authorities will have to increase rate
by Anna Jordan
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Samsung Galaxy S8: UK release date, specs and where to get it cheapest
by Anna Jordan
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Call to reward 'loyal' energy customers who don’t switch
by Ruth Jackson
- Self-assessment tax returns for 2015/16: what to do if you missed the January 31 deadline
Published in January 2017
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Bereavement benefit: financial support to be cut from April
by Reena Sewraz
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How to cut the cost of train station parking
by Reena Sewraz
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The cheapest place to do a 'big shop'
by Reena Sewraz
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Will GPs charge for out-of-hours appointments?
by Anna Jordan
- How to cut your Economy 7 bill
- What to do if you're made redundant
- An exclusive invitation to join the Runpath Research Panel
- loveMONEY Awards: have your say and you could win a £100 voucher!
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How to cut your 2015/16 UK tax bill
by Reena Sewraz
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More food prices to rise thanks to weakening pound
by Ruth Jackson
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Detox your bank accounts: cancel unwanted outgoings to save hundreds
by Reena Sewraz
- Marriage Allowance: an unfair tax break that needs to go?
- From energy credit to uniform tax rebates: claim back money that's yours
- New Year's resolution money ideas: the loveMONEY team's New Year resolutions
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Sky Mobile 4G SIM-only tariffs - are they a good deal?
by Reena Sewraz
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13 Reasons to be cheerful in 2017
by Sarah Coles
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Wage increases stunted by defined benefit pension deficit
by Ruth Jackson
- 9 key changes that will impact your finances in 2017