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The middle-aged 'nano influencers' earning £6,000 a MONTH to boost retirement income - all with just a few thousand followers

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If you told Andi Chalk a year ago that she'd be making money by posting social media videos, she would never have believed you. But so far, the 55-year-old mum of two has earned around £10,000...

Owners of £2m-plus homes could defer paying Labour mansion tax until death... if they are on a 'low' income

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The Government it will make a deferral scheme available, meaning that some eligible homeowners won't have to pay the £2,500 a year-plus tax until they sell the home.

As the Premium Bond prize rate rises, here's the one savings prize draw worth entering... and the ones I'd definitely avoid: SYLVIA MORRIS

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Last Wednesday, I predicted National Savings & Investments (NS&I) would boost its Premium Bonds prize rate. A day later, it did

The EV owners fed-up by five months of restricted range after being told not to charge £33,000 Volvos beyond 70% due to battery fire risk

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Infuriated Volvo EX30 drivers say limited range and higher running costs have become a 'constant inconvenience' - with some already considering a return to petrol or diesel.

Drug driving reoffending five times higher than drink driving

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Worrying new analysis of DVLA data by the RAC has found that repeat drug-driving offences are five times higher than repeat drink-driving offences over the last 11 years.

Swatch Royal Pop frenzy is mad, says DAN HATFIELD... there's online listings of £16,000 for a £335 pocket watch!

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The new Swatch x Audemars Piguet 'Royal Pop' collaboration has become the most talked about collectibles of 2026.

NatWest to offer mega mortgages of 6.5 times salary: Who can get one?

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Banks usually cap mortgages at 4.5 times the borrower's salary, but NatWest is ramping that up for certain borrowers.

Greene King sells Old Speckled Hen beer brand to Spanish brewer

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Old Speckled Hen is set to fall into Spanish hands as owner Greene King moves away from selling its beers in shops and supermarkets.

The hidden signs that 'luxury boutique' on Instagram is actually flogging cheap Chinese knock-offs - from the telltale names, sneaky tactics and giveaway 'family backstory'

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Swathes of supposedly luxury retailers have been popping up on adverts on social media platforms and enticing buyers with their excellent quality clothes.

Small businesses fed up with being called 'backbone of the economy' by the Government

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Keir Starmer today used the phrase as he unveiled the late payments bill to Parliament, which will force large companies to pay small suppliers within 60 days.

What you can LEGALLY do to stop cars ruining the council-owned verge by your house: DEAN DUNHAM

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There is a grass verge to the side of my house, which is council-owned land. I live in a cul-de-sac and cars often use it to turn around, leaving it covered in tyre tracks.

Fifteen million Britons aren't saving enough for retirement and risk income 'cliff edge' when they stop work, Government report warns

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More than four in 10 working adults are not putting aside anything at all for retirement, according to the Pensions Commission.

Monzo profits soar as it bags record number of new customers

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It was also boosted by more customers choosing to manage their savings, pensions and investments through Monzo.

Best cash Isa rates 2025: Our pick of the five top deals

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We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.

Lloyds Bank launches competitive fixed-rate cash Isas and savings deals

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Lloyds joins several high-street banks that have been hiking Isa rates over the last few weeks.

Does your work pension fund risk falling short in retirement?

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They sound so comfortable and reassuring. 'Lifestyle' pensions conjure up images of a stress-free, fully funded world of easy living in your golden years.

Energy bills will rise by £209 in July says forecast - but that is LESS than previously feared

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Households which are not on fixed energy tariffs are set to see bills jump in July due to the conflict in Iran.

Tate and Lyle shares soar after £2.7bn takeover bid from US firm

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Tate & Lyle has revealed it is in talks with a US firm over a £2.7billion takeover, making it the latest UK-listed company that could soon fall into foreign hands.

Outgoing Currys boss defies high street gloom by boosting profit forecast

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Shares in Currys rose over 9% on Tuesday as the business posted an upbeat update ahead of the departure of Alex Baldock.

The first-time buyers' step-by-step guide to getting on the property ladder

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We explain everything from how to work out your budget and find your ideal home, through to applying for your first mortgage and navigating the legal process.

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