HMRC Alert: Check Your Payslip for Tax Code Changes
HMRC clarifies tax code rules after a taxpayer's confusion over a refund and subsequent code change, explaining how unaccounted income can lead to adjustments.
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HMRC MTD Warning for Self-Employed and Landlords
Self-employed individuals and landlords earning over £50,000 must prepare for Making Tax Digital rules starting April 6, with 864,000 people affected and penalties for non-compliance.
Santander's New 98% Mortgage for First-Time Buyers
Santander introduces a five-year, 98% mortgage exclusively for first-time buyers, requiring a minimum £10,000 deposit and offering up to £500,000 lending.
Nationwide Flex Saver: £200 Monthly Cap, 6.5% Interest
Nationwide Building Society urges customers to utilise its Flex Regular Saver account, offering a 6.5% variable interest rate with a £200 monthly deposit limit over one year.
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Premium Bonds Holders Warned Over £3,800 Loss
NS&I Premium Bonds have delivered a 2.85% return since 2021, but savers could be £3,800 worse off than FTSE 100 investors over five years, according to new analysis.
HMRC Fines UK Households for Late Tax Returns
HMRC is imposing automatic £100 fines on UK households who missed the January 31 tax return deadline, potentially generating £100 million in revenue.
HMRC Penalty Points System for Tax Returns
HMRC introduces a new penalty points system for self-assessment tax returns under Making Tax Digital, replacing immediate fines with points for missed deadlines.
Car Discounts Hit £6,000 as Buyers Urged to Act Now
New car buyers in the UK are being urged to act quickly as average discounts reach nearly £6,000, with industry deals offering up to 18% off petrol, diesel, and electric models.
Save £280 on Car Insurance with Accurate Mileage
Motorists can significantly reduce car insurance premiums by accurately reporting annual mileage, with potential savings of up to £280. Insurers use mileage to assess risk, and providing precise figures is crucial for valid coverage.
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Couple Loses £22,000 Wedding Funds as Insurer Denies Payout
A couple faces a £22,000 loss after their insurer refused to pay out for a cancelled wedding due to a terminal brain cancer diagnosis in the family, sparking a consumer rights battle.
EV Car Tax Threshold Rises to £50,000 from April 2026
The Vehicle Excise Duty Expensive Car Supplement threshold for zero-emission vehicles will increase from £40,000 to £50,000 from April 2026, as confirmed in the Budget 2025 announcement.
State Pension Soars for 42,000 UK Pensioners
New figures reveal 42,000 people claimed deferred State Pension payments in 2023/24, with thousands seeing annual income exceed £11,973 following strategic delays.
Car Insurance Costs Increase for Drivers in Mid-70s
Car insurance experts reveal premiums start climbing for drivers in their mid-70s due to higher perceived risk, with costs potentially rising by 50% from age 65 to 75.
New £40 Smart Meter Compensation Rules Announced
Energy regulator Ofgem introduces automatic £40 payments for smart meter issues from February 23. BBC expert explains eligibility criteria for compensation claims.
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Nationwide £100 Bonus: Act Now to Qualify
Nationwide Building Society customers need to move £100 into specific accounts before March 31 to qualify for the potential £100 Fairer Share bonus payment in 2026.
Dad Finds £26,000 in Lost Pension Savings
A father discovered £26,000 across six forgotten workplace pensions, highlighting how millions face similar losses. He shares his story and urges others to trace their own.
Pre-1950 Pensioners Miss Out on Full £575 Rise
Older pensioners born before 1950 will receive a smaller £440 increase, while newer retirees get £575, highlighting a growing gap in state pension payments.
HMRC Penalty Points System Begins for UK Households
HMRC has launched a new penalty points system for self-assessment taxpayers, replacing automatic fines with points for missed deadlines before financial penalties apply.
NatWest Cuts Savings Rates for Millions
NatWest announces significant reductions to interest rates on multiple savings accounts, prompting experts to advise customers to consider switching providers for better returns.
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Santander £150 Cashback & £200 Switching Bonus for UK Customers
Santander is offering eligible UK customers up to £150 cashback on new life insurance policies, with premiums from £5. The bank also has a £200 switching bonus for new current account customers.
British Gas Customers Warned Over £200 Thermostat Scam
British Gas customers are being targeted by sophisticated phishing emails promising free Google Nest thermostats worth £200 annually. Consumer champion Which? warns these scams aim to steal personal and financial information through malicious links.
Martin Lewis Backs Pensioner's Retirement Spending Tip
Money expert Martin Lewis has praised a pensioner's approach to retirement spending, emphasising balancing future security with present enjoyment on his BBC podcast.
Nationwide Cuts Savings Rates on 37 Accounts (06.02.2026)
Millions of Nationwide customers face reduced returns as the building society implements significant interest rate cuts across dozens of savings products from February 10.
DWP Shares Pensioner Data with HMRC for Tax Adjustments
The Department for Work and Pensions is providing state pensioner information to HMRC, leading to adjusted tax codes and potential bills for retirees across the UK.
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AI Bill-Switching Service Pays £5 for Bill Check
A journalist tests the Nous AI bill-switching service, uncovering potential energy savings of £280 annually and receiving an immediate £5 cash reward deposited directly to their bank account.
NatWest Exclusive Mortgage Partner with Rightmove
NatWest announces exclusive partnership with Rightmove to integrate mortgage tools, aiming to streamline homebuying with digital affordability solutions.
Inheritance Tax Freeze Fuels Trust Registration Surge
Families across the UK are increasingly turning to trusts as a tax planning strategy, with registrations rising due to the frozen inheritance tax threshold of £325,000.
NatWest & Rightmove Launch Instant Mortgage Decisions
NatWest partners exclusively with Rightmove to offer instant digital mortgage decisions within property listings, as Bank of England holds rates at 3.75% and market shifts toward tech-driven borrowing.
Missed HMRC Self Assessment Deadline? What to Do
Over one million UK taxpayers missed the HMRC Self Assessment deadline. Learn about escalating penalties, how to file late, and payment options to minimise charges.
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Martin Lewis's Crucial Credit Card Interest Warning
Personal finance expert Martin Lewis explains how missing even a single penny on credit card repayments can trigger interest on the entire balance, and shares strategies for managing debt.
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