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Millions to pay tax on savings interest: how to pay less
WEBApr 17, 2024 · A freedom of information request from investment platform AJ Bell found that HMRC expected more than 2.73 million people to have to pay tax on their savings interest in the 2023/24 tax year. That ...
September Premium Bond winners | MoneyWeek
WEBSep 2, 2024 · The September Premium Bond millionaires, picked by NS&I's prize generator, ERNIE come from West Sussex and Manchester. The winner from Sussex holds bond number 388VE682612 and has £18,101 in ...
When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?
WEBSep 23, 2024 · The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee meets eight times a year to set the base rate. This takes place roughly every six weeks. The meetings usually happen the day before the interest ...
When will UK interest rates fall further? | MoneyWeek
WEBSep 23, 2024 · The Bank of England held UK interest rates steady at 5% in September. The decision was widely expected, but still came as a blow to households and businesses hoping to see borrowing costs fall ...
How do Premium Bonds work? - MoneyWeek
WEBJul 31, 2024 · The maximum you can save in Premium Bonds is £50,000. The minimum is £25. You can buy bonds through the NS&I website, over the phone (the number to call is 08085 007 007 if you live in the UK ...
Should you switch to a fixed energy tariff? - MoneyWeek
WEB3 days ago · EDF EnergyEssentials 1Yr Oct25v2 - This tariff matches E.ON and OVO on price. You'll need to agree to have a smart meter fitted, and exit fees come in at £50 (dual fuel). Octopus EnergyOctopus ...
What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange old notes
WEBSep 20, 2024 · Old £20 and £50 paper notes stopped being legal tender in the UK on 30 September 2022. This means you can’t use them in shops or as payment any more. But, according to the Bank of England (BoE ...
The best cash ISAs – October 2024 - MoneyWeek
WEB2 days ago · The best cash ISAs: easy access. Easy access cash ISAs do what they say on the tin, letting you access your savings without penalty. ACCOUNT. AER. MINIMUM INVESTMENT. FLEXIBLE ISA. Trading 212 ...
The pros and cons of smart meters – should you switch?
WEB3 days ago · The pros of smart meters. The first big benefit of a smart meter is that it could help make your bills more accurate. It will send readings to your supplier on a daily or half hourly basis ...