Money matters

We help you make savvy choices, so your hard-earned goes that bit further

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 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

Q I’m hoping to buy a new home soon – how long do mortgage offers last for? A Most mortgage offers last between three to six months, but this depends on the lender. However, the start date of the offe

With everyday costs rising and tax thresholds frozen until at least 2028, many of us are finding ourselves paying higher taxes. Savings are also being taxed more as interest rates go up, while extra i