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There’s still time for people to qualify for the first lump sum but struggling pensioners must put in a claim for Pension Credit before August 18. The £650 cost of living payment was first announced by the former Chancellor, Rishi Sunak in May. The first instalment is worth £326 and …

Despite the old adage “sell in May and go away”, investing in the summer has actually proven to be a better time to invest than some might think. However, certain businesses naturally do better than others and most predictably, these tend to be the more summer activity and necessity-orientated ones. Industries …

On the MeaningfulMoney YouTube channel, Pete Matthew, chartered financial planner, discussed the nature of a recession on one’s investments and how it has the potential to turn someone’s plans upside down. He discussed some possibilities that Britons approaching retirement may wish to consider. With many asset classes going down in …

Raisin UK, a UK savings marketplace that connects savers with a range of banks offering deposit-protected savings accounts with competitive interest rates, has launched a new two-year savings account. It has partnered with Gatehouse Bank to offer a two year Fixed Term Deposit account which is offering a market leading …

Dan Whittaker, personal finance expert at CashLady.com has shared five savings hacks to help Britons save nearly £600 this summer. With the latest predictions from analysts at Cornwall Insight suggesting the energy price cap could rise to £3,244 from October, these tips could prove useful if it means families can save some money …

Many pensioners will be getting by on a limited income amid the rising cost of living. It may mean difficulties with affording rising energy bills, which are set to soar even higher this winter. Those who are finding it difficult to afford their bills or top up their prepayment meter …

Many pensioners will be dealing with a health condition, but might not be aware they could receive assistance. One condition which could impact a person’s life on a day to day basis is asthma.  The NHS describes asthma as a lung condition which can cause occasional breathing difficulties. It can …

Rachel Lowe entered the Den in 2004 seeking £75,000 for 30 percent of her business, Destination London. Destination London is a fast-moving taxi board game aimed at families and tourists. She wanted the investment to expand her brand and create other Destination games for cities around the world including Paris …

Former Goldman Sachs economist Jim O’Neill, who served under Chancellor George Osborne, spoke out to criticise the triple lock policy. The triple lock is set to be reinstated next year, with the state pension set to rise by 10 percent, in line with the CPI inflation figure predicted for September. …

People worried about the impact of increased living costs on debt repayment have been encouraged by the Government Insolvency Service to speak with trustees, insolvency practitioners, or debt advisors about liaising new terms. But what exactly are your rights to do so and can this actually help? Under normal circumstances, …