Martin Lewis warns of 40% ISA tax on death
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.
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Martin Lewis warns of 40% tax hit on ISA savings
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.
Martin Lewis explains ISA 'additional allowance' rules
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.
Urgent warning for UK savers ahead of rate cut
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.
Labour's 1975-Style Inheritance Law Shake-Up Proposed
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?
Claim £450 from your bank: Nationwide, Lloyds, NatWest
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.
Warning as thousands of pensioners die with mortgage debt
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.
Best Easy-Access Savings Accounts Pay Up To 4.51%
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.
Millions Warned to Withdraw Cash Now
UK savers are urged to act as billions in interest is lost due to account inertia. Experts warn now is the time to move money for better rates.
Pensioners urged to claim £13,620 in lost savings
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.
HMRC Sends New Tax Codes to UK Households
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
New UK savings account offers 4.25% easy access rate
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.
Young Brits miss £512 free cash from LISA scheme
Millions of 18-28 year olds are missing out on £512.77 in free government money by not using a Lifetime ISA. Discover how this simple savings trick could have earned young adults over £3.1bn.
HMRC Rule Lets Households Pass On £1M Tax-Free
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.
Savings Tax Hike Warning for Millions of UK Households
A major building society warns millions could face unexpected tax bills due to a planned hike on savings interest and frozen allowances. Discover how to protect your savings now.
HMRC Letters for Savers with £3,500+ in Accounts
Nearly 900,000 UK households with £3,500 or more in savings may receive HMRC letters about tax on interest. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid surprises.
Cash ISA savings hit £207bn before allowance cut
UK households have amassed £207 billion in Cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves slashing the tax-free cash allowance to £12,000 from 2027.
14,000 UK households get IHT bills after gifts fail
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.
Warning for UK households with over £10,000 in current accounts
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.
NS&I November rule change warning for savers
NS&I customers warned about Premium Bonds prize rate cuts as new British Savings Bonds launch with higher interest rates. Expert analysis reveals what this means for your savings.
Earn £135 with 7% UK savings accounts
UK households can earn up to £135 in free interest by switching to high-rate 7% regular savings accounts. Discover how to make your money work harder against inflation.
State pensioners face 87% tax in HMRC shake-up
Pensioners could see 87% of their savings lost to a double tax under new Labour reforms. Learn how this affects you and what you can do to protect your family's future.
£7tn wealth transfer changing UK money control
A massive £7 trillion wealth transfer is underway in the UK, shifting control from older generations to younger ones and significantly empowering women. Discover how this historic change affects families and why professional financial advice is crucial.
Sandy Gall leaves £331k fortune to his children
Beloved ITV newsreader Sandy Gall bequeaths a substantial fortune to his four children. Discover the legacy of the legendary journalist who reported on historic events.
1,300 face HMRC punishment for family gifts
HMRC is punishing 1,300 people for gifting money to family. IHT on gifts surged 153% to £256m. Learn how to avoid tax penalties.
Inheritance Tax Change Threatens Pension Pots
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget confirms inheritance tax rule changes impacting pensions from 2027. Unmarried couples face significant financial risks. Learn how to protect your assets.
UK Savings Tax Rise Set for 2027 in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a double blow for savers: a cut to the Cash ISA allowance and an increase in tax rates on savings interest from April 2027.
Asda shoppers receive surprise £15 Christmas bonus
Asda rewards Christmas Savings Card users with up to £15 in surprise payments. Discover how the scheme works and how to get your bonus for 2026.
How to protect savings from Budget bombshell
Savings expert Alex Sitaras reveals smart strategies to shield your money from Rachel Reeves' planned ISA allowance cuts. Act now to maximise tax-free savings.
Farmers protest inheritance tax with Westminster tractors
UK farmers park tractors in Westminster, defying a police ban, to protest Rachel Reeves' 20% inheritance tax on agricultural assets over £1m. Read their demands.
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