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Top tips for the smoothest move
When contracts are successfully exchanged for a house sale, most sellers feel daunted by preparations for the move.
Last updated 8 August 2009
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Stand by for care cost changes
The provision of care for the elderly is a subject we have discussed before in Money Matters, but the recent publication of a Government Green Paper has brought the subject to the fore again.
Last updated 31 July 2009
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Three ways to invest spare cash and stay in business
In the current economic climate it is essential that businesses ensure they use all their assets to their best advantage, including surplus cash.
Last updated 31 July 2009
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Easing first-timers through the door
As a first-time buyer, you may face a number of challenges before moving into your dream home. One will be having enough to cover your costs – valuation fees, product arrangement fees, stamp duty and other legal costs.
Last updated 25 July 2009
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Hey, it’s time to come clean with the taxman
Most of us pay our tax dues in accordance with the law. We might plan to reduce those liabilities if we can – but within the opportunities permitted by the Taxes Acts.
Last updated 25 July 2009
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Tracking down our lost millions
I’m sure that most of us at one time or another have misplaced or lost cash, probably down the back of the sofa.
Last updated 17 July 2009
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Don’t shun the ISA option
Have you taken advantage of your ISA allowance this tax year? Like many others you may well have decided to give it a miss, given the current low interest rate environment.
Last updated 17 July 2009
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What to do when the crunch bites too deep
With the ongoing credit crunch and the threat of redundancy never far away, households face the daily challenge of reducing their spending in order to be able to survive should the worst happen.
Last updated 10 July 2009
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Is now the right time to buy?
Property prices will rise by an average of 1.4 per cent over the next year according to respondents to the Building Societies Association’s (BSA) Property Tracker survey, as cautious optimism returns to the housing market.
Last updated 10 July 2009
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Don’t bank on these cosy low interest rates lasting
The banking sector has rarely been out of the news in the last nine months or so, hitting the headlines again this month with stark warnings of interest rate rises ahead.
Last updated 26 June 2009
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B&Bs all set for a healthy season
There has been much press speculation as to whether the recession and exchange rate will lead to a bumper season for the domestic tourist industry.
Last updated 26 June 2009
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The ups and downs of the pound
With the summer holidays fast approaching, thoughts turn to how many euro, dollars, etc one can get for a pound.
Last updated 19 June 2009
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Look out that old account
A £5 note in a pair of trousers you haven’t worn for a while, or an heirloom that’s been in the loft for years – finding something you’d forgotten about is always a pleasant surprise.
Last updated 19 June 2009
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Finding a deposit is just the start
With property prices having down slightly in recent months and with the decrease in interest rates – making some mortgages as cheap as they have ever been – there should be more properties within the reach of first-timers.
Last updated 12 June 2009
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Tough choices when you may be at your weakest
For many people, one major uncertainty in older life is whether or not it will be necessary to enter a residential or nursing home.
Last updated 12 June 2009
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Could your family manage alone?
It’s almost impossible to turn on the TV these days without seeing talking dogs, red telephones on wheels or annoying film directors telling us what great deals there are on insurance.
Last updated 5 June 2009
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The Costa del credit card
With travellers cheques becoming less popular, more of us are opting for the convenience of using our plastic when we head off on our trips overseas.
Last updated 5 June 2009
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Flipping homes: the rules
The subject of Capital Gains Tax on second homes has been a topical one of late. Many will have wondered how it is possible for MPs to have one main residence for expenses purposes and another for Capital Gains Tax (CGT).
Last updated 29 May 2009
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Check out your savings umbrella
If you are thinking about saving for a rainy day there are a number of options available.
Last updated 29 May 2009
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The smarter way to sell
Although there have been recent indications of an improving housing market and “green shoot” signs of recovery, we are still some way off a return to normal conditions.
Last updated 22 May 2009
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