Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms pensions will be subject to inheritance tax, prompting a surge in older couples marrying for financial security. Discover the drastic steps being taken.
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 has increased the IHT nil-rate band for business and farming assets to £2.5m per person from April 2026, offering relief to family-owned enterprises. Read the full details and expert reactions.
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
The cost of obtaining probate copies in the UK has surged to £16 each, a tenfold increase. Families now face £460 for a standard application. Discover the impact and expert advice.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major U-turn, raising the agricultural property relief threshold to £2.5m from April 2026. This change will protect family farms from hefty inheritance tax bills. Read the full details.
Personal finance experts warn UK families about HMRC's £3,000 annual gift allowance. Exceeding it could trigger a 40% inheritance tax bill if the giver dies within seven years. Learn the rules to protect your loved ones.
Homeowners could be hit with a £1,800 charge to legally use their driveway. Expert Ollie Green explains the council rules for a 'dropped kerb' and the fines for non-compliance.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget reforms, with frozen income tax thresholds, are set to push retirees with modest savings into paying tax. Experts warn of fiscal drag and inheritance tax implications.
New data reveals pavement parking incidents in Scotland have risen since the 2023 ban. Campaigners demand councils enforce the law to protect pedestrians and wheelchair users.
Chocolatier crafts giant edible coins of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate a new banking hub in Essex. Discover the sweet link between cash, history, and Christmas tradition.
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.
Martin Lewis warns ISA savings face a 40% Inheritance Tax hit. Key details on spousal transfers, allowance changes from 2027, and how to protect your money.
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies ISA inheritance rules. Your tax-free savings could be subject to a 40% HMRC charge upon death. Learn how to protect your assets.
Money expert Martin Lewis details how surviving spouses can inherit an ISA allowance, keeping savings tax-free. He also warns of a crucial 40% Inheritance Tax risk.
Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.
A sophisticated bank account scam is sweeping the UK, with fraudsters stealing tens of thousands of pounds. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your money from this urgent threat.
Labour is urged to overhaul inheritance rules to protect unmarried couples. Experts warn current laws fail modern families. Could this be the biggest change in 50 years?
Savers with major UK banks can earn up to £450 extra by switching to top easy-access accounts. Discover the best rates from Chase, Cahoot & Monument Bank.
A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
UK savers with Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest can earn up to £450. Discover the top easy-access accounts from Chase, Monument Bank and Cahoot for 2025.
Experts warn UK state pensioners to act now to trace lost pension pots and unclaimed bonds worth thousands. Five key steps to safeguard your finances revealed.
LHV Bank unveils a competitive 4.25% AER easy-access savings account. Discover the details and how recent ISA changes make this a timely option for UK savers.
Money expert Martin Lewis explains how married couples can use HMRC rules to leave up to £1 million to their children without paying Inheritance Tax. Learn the crucial legal steps.
The DWP gains new powers to access bank data in a major anti-fraud drive targeting Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit. Discover how the government plans to protect taxpayers.
Plans for a new Wrexham to London Euston rail service are back, featuring extra stops. The revised bid promises improved regional connectivity and economic growth.
HMRC has sent inheritance tax demands to 14,000 households after gifts given before death fell foul of the seven-year rule. Discover the tax rates and expert advice.
Millions of UK households risk losing value on savings held in zero-interest current accounts. Experts urge moving funds to beat 3.6% inflation. Act now to protect your cash.