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'I'm spending £18,000 on one holiday because I don't want to leave money to my children. I've got no regrets - it's time to put MYSELF first.' Read Caroline's confession and ask yourself: Is she right?

Today

You've worked hard and made sacrifices in your life. Now it's time to enjoy your time and put yourself before your children or other dependants. So says Caroline Tapken who is semi-retired.

Why Andy Burnham should win over Britain's wealthy middle class, not scare them with wealth taxes

Today

Burnham has promised a new direction. And if ever one was needed it's for a tax system that's been getting progressively worse since the financial crisis.

Dragons' Den star Tej Lalvani makes £1BILLION as he sells family business Vitabiotics promoted by Tess Daly and David Gandy

Today

British firm Vitabiotics, which also owns brands including Pregnacare and Wellwoman, has been acquired by US private equity firm Bain Capital for around £900m.

As Andy Burnham vows to help the defence sector, consider which shares could skyrocket

Today

Investors should be on their guard in the face of politicians' promises, especially when the source of finance for a plan has not been specified.

The UK's resilience remains intact and our services sector is booming, says ALEX BRUMMER

Today

The contrast between John Healey and Rachel Reeves' arrival at the Treasury could not be greater. Healey is playing the optimism card, praising Britain's innovation and industry.

Shandy sales are surging - why is there a sudden revival of this nostalgic British classic?

Today

Non-alcoholic drinks have seen a boom in recent years as growing numbers of younger drinkers go teetotal or cut back.

More than 33,000 Britons have at least £1million in their savings account... but Labour wants them to invest it instead

Today

Labour wants more people to invest in UK stocks and shares, but some people with seven-figure sums are sticking with cash.

Denza Bao 5 driven: Can China's new hybrid off-roader dethrone the Land Rover Defender?

Today

There's a new Defender rival in town - and it's coming from China. The Denza Bao 5 has a huge, squared-off shape that looks like its been designed using an Etch A Sketch.

Older workers forced to battle with new starters for junior roles as supply of good jobs dries up, Bank of England reveals

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Older workers are vying with new starters for junior roles as the supply of good jobs dries up, a Bank of England survey revealed yesterday.

Chancellor urged to rule out pensions raid to stop repeat of damaging speculation under Reeves and back 'people who do the right thing'

Yesterday

John Healey was last night urged to rule out a tax raid on pensions as he scrambles to raise money to fund Labour's lavish spending plans.

Trading 212 hikes to 4.71% as cash Isa rate war steps up again

Yesterday

A fight at the top of the cash Isa tables has seen a flurry of rises, with Trading 212 leading the pack.

Best cash Isa savings rates: Easy access and fixed deals in our tables

Yesterday

This is Money's best cash Isa tables are updated as new deals arrive and highlight the top easy access and fixed rate Isas from banks and building societies.

Leaseholders win landmark decision over bill for 24-hour concierge and gym they couldn't use

Yesterday

For years, leaseholders living in Block V1 of Battersea were charged thousands of pounds for a 24-hour concierge situated in a separate private block.

US predators' plans for secondary UK listings 'barely a consolation prize'

Yesterday

McCormick said it will seek a lesser listing after gobbling up Unilever's food business, while Prologis does similar with Segro.

Make thousands selling building scraps: Bricks, copper piping and even an old boiler can fetch hundreds... and roof tiles may be worth £20,000

Yesterday

When homeowners have building or plumbing work done, they blithely throw old materials in the skip or are grateful when tradesmen offer to take them away. But they could be an unlikely treasure...

Wise denied US banking licence months after moving primary listing to New York

Yesterday

US regulators said the application was rejected because of 'deficiencies' in the company's anti-money laundering checks and a lack of understanding about banking law.

Ofcom reveals customers' best and worst broadband and mobile firms: Is yours on the list?

Yesterday

Regulator Ofcom has ranked broadband providers, mobile firms and landline services from worst to best for complaint numbers.

New Chancellor John Healey tells business: I'll lift the gloom left by Rachel Reeves

Yesterday

New Chancellor John Healey has turned his fire on predecessor Rachel Reeves accusing her of plunging Britain's economy into gloom.

SMALL CAP MOVERS: Scancell heads to Nasdaq as Aim's headcount falls to 612

Yesterday

Scancell Holdings saw its shares drop 27 per cent this week, but the movement obscures the real story, which is a largely positive one for investors.

The ultimate guide to beating inheritance tax: Wealth experts reveal 11 steps to take NOW to protect your money

Yesterday

The soaring numbers of bereaved families who are being hit with inheritance bills have become something of a national scandal - yet the situation if anything is about to get a whole lot worse.

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