Money matters

Q Do retailers charge the same price for items sold in-store as they do on their websites? A Not necessarily. Some retailers may charge a different amount for certain items in-store – in the cases I’v

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Q Are bicycles generally covered on home insurance policies or do I need separate cover? A Most home contents policies do – but don’t assume this without checking. Even if it is included, the cover ma

Q I’ve heard about a ‘green mortgage’ – what does that mean? Can anyone get one? A There are two main types. Firstly, if you’re buying or remortgaging an energy-efficient home, the lender may offer ca