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Top rates: The best savings deals available at the moment - The …
WEBJun 24, 2022 · First, let’s focus on the positive – new data out this week has revealed providers are getting competitive and, as a result, top savings deals are on the rise. Here’s the bad news: inflation. Put simply, the record rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to 9.1% in May is eroding the value of those more generous rates on offer from savings ...
Earn over 4% interest: Best savings accounts for switchers
WEB6 hours ago · In the 1% interest account, they could expect to earn on average £328.11 in interest over a year. If that balance was transferred to an account paying 4%, the interest payment would increase to £1,312.42 over the year on average. Derek Sprawling, Paragon Bank Managing Director of Savings, said: “Given the range of providers paying generous ...
How to make extra cash at home during lockdown
WEBApr 15, 2020 · With many people facing financial challenges because of reduced working hours and lack of income, Shon Alam of Bidwedge offers ideas on how to fill the time and make some extra cash
Understanding your bank statement: Abbreviations and jargon …
WEBSep 2, 2021 · Indeed, Raisin said with so many of us using quick digital transactions such as contactless payments and banking app transfers, it’s even more important to check your bank statement each month. Being able to quickly identify the meaning of the abbreviations will help you understand the ins and outs of your bank account too. Kevin Mountford, co-founder of Raisin said: “Fraud is also often ...
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Mortgage prices set to fall after BoE governor hints at interest rate ...
WEB6 hours ago · Mortgage prices are set to fall again after the Bank of England (BoE) governor signalled another base rate cut may be imminent. , said if inflation continued to fall the BoE would be ‘a bit more aggressive’ in cutting interest rates. The interview was published early on Thursday 3 October and soon after a number of lenders announced ...
Budgeting: 5 ways to prepare your finances for Christmas
WEB10 hours ago · Divide this total into three equal parts. Once you receive your pay, set aside one-third of the budget in a savings account.”. She added: “By following this plan, you can significantly reduce the financial stress of December.”. Add one Christmas item to your grocery shop each week.
A focus on what customers actually want, pure and simple
WEB6 hours ago · A Pure Cremation funeral plan is currently more than two thousand pounds less than the cost of a traditional funeral. It also means the person’s family can arrange their own service of send-off, without any restrictions on where, when, how many people can attend or what form the send-off can take. Now, Pure …
How to choose the best investment for you - The Money Pages
WEBMay 9, 2022 · Having a clear destination is the first step to defining an investment journey you are comfortable with. Your goals may be short-, medium- or long-term, or a combination of all three and it doesn’t need to be that complicated. A few bullet points in a notepad or your phone is as good a place to start as any. It’s also important to keep in ...