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cost of living

Cost of living forcing people to rely on payday and buy now, pay later products

People struggling with the cost of living are finding themselves excluded from normal credit products forcing them to rely on payday lenders and BNPL

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housing

Misery for tenants as rents hit record highs

The cost of renting has risen again. Why is it so expensive and will rents fall anytime soon?

cost of living

Aldi cuts more prices to ease cost of living pressures

Prices are down again at Aldi - the UK's cheapest supermarket. Find out where you can make savings

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benefits

Stay-at-home mums to receive up to £5,000 due to benefit error

The DWP is writing to thousands of stay-at-home mums who may have missed out on higher state pension payments due to a benefit error.

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bills

Millions of pounds worth of support available for energy debt this winter

The country's energy giants have stepped up support for customers struggling to pay their energy bills this winter. Find out what's on offer and who's eligible

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cost of living

Poor credit score can cost £270,000 over a lifetime

Soring interest rates has meant borrowers with poor credit scores will now be paying around £270,000 in interest in their lifetime. Find our about credit scores and how to improve yours

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money booster

New PPI lawsuit could see victims receive thousands of pounds

A new PPI lawsuit has been filed on behalf of people whose claims were rejected or who didn't get back commission pocketed by banks.

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benefits

‘Inadequate universal credit’ needs complete overhaul

Universal credit is failing to stop people being pulled into poverty, a think tank has warned.

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benefits

Low-income households could save £100’s on energy bills in new scheme

More grants have been made available for people living in social housing to make their homes energy efficient and save £100's on their bills

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cost of living

Food prices fall for the first time in more than two years

The rate food prices are increasing has dropped for the first time in two years. However, feeding the family remains more expensive than ever before, with Brits becoming more reliant on cheaper processed food. Find out what help is available

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Major wage boost on the cards for 2024

Jeremey Hunt has announced that the national living wage will increase to more than £11.00 per hour from next April. Find out what it means for you.

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Self-assessment registration deadline looming – we answer your FAQs

The registration deadline for first-time tax return filers is Thursday 5 October. Find answers to the most commonly asked questions.

benefits

Find out if you’re due to be moved onto universal credit soon

More people are due to be moved from tax credits onto universal credit in the coming months, Find out if you're one of them.

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housing

Homeowners raid savings and pensions to keep on top of mortgage payments

with interest rates remaining high, households have cut back in several areas to make their mortgages more affordable. What support is available for you?