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Bond market turmoil gives UK a £6bn debt interest headache as borrowing costs jump to highest level since 1998

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The rate demanded by investors to buy UK debt has been driven up by persistent inflation, high borrowing levels and political instability.

We struggled for years to get a foot on the property ladder. But now at the age of 29 we have finally done it. Here's how (and it ISN'T as hard as you think!)

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A flood of landlords deserting the buy-to-let market, caused by a mix of higher taxes and tougher regulations, is enabling many first-time buyers to finally get a foot on the housing ladder.

Santander offers customers £240 if they switch current account and open a savings pot at 8% interest

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This is one of the highest switch bribes we've seen recently, leapfrogging HSBC's offer of £220. But as with that deal, there is a significant hoop to jump through.

Celebrity pyjama brand Stripe and Stare sizes up London float

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Nicola Piercy, co-founder of Stripe and Stare, told The Mail on Sunday that she is considering listing in the City.

Mike Ashley's Frasers Group eyes majority ownership of Hugo Boss as it reconsiders support for German retailer's chief

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Mike Ashley's Frasers Group is plotting to buy more shares and take majority control of Hugo Boss as it reconsiders its support for the firm's chair.

Festival-goers fuel up on fresh fruit and vitamin juices over beer and hot dogs amid Gen Z health craze boom

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Wellness-minded Brits do not want to let healthy habits slip even during music festivals, according to the Co-op.

A million homeowners coming off two-year fixed-rate mortgages urged to not slip onto an SVR... or face a bill shock

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More than 1m homeowners are coming off two-year fixed rate mortgages this year with an average interest rate of 4.81%, Compare the Market said.

Social care stealth tax costs families extra £12,400 after 15-year freeze on threshold for state funding

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The £23,250 floor for assets you need to hold before funding kicks in would be over £35,600 now if revised in line with inflation since 2010-11, says King's Fund.

Premium Bonds winners September 2026: See all the prizes from £1,000 to £1m and search our interactive tables

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Have you won one of this month's major prizes? Our tables show all the £1,000 to £1m winners.

House prices edge up slightly in August... and expert expects property market bounce in coming months

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Nationwide's chief economist, said property market activity could be set to pick up as months of sluggish growth had made homes more affordable.

Trio of UK-listed firms agree takeover offers in latest assault on the City

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The London stock market came under fresh pressure this morning after a trio of UK-listed firms announced plans to quit the City.

Why has Capita made my 81-year-old mum wait nine months for her widow's pension: STEVE WEBB replies

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Months after his death my mum has had no correspondence from Capita with regards to her spouse's pension although they returned the death certificate in December.

Shein shares slide in long-awaited Hong Kong market debut

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Shein saw its shares fall sharply below its offer price after the fast fashion giant made its long-awaited stock market debut.

Recruiter warns job hunters over common CV blunder that could instantly rule them out

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Intelligent People asked 70,000 potential job candidates on its database about what sort of address or location details should be included on a CV.

Homes near top state schools now command premiums of up to £275,000 - here's how 50 areas compare

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Parents or guardians wanting a home right by Bishop Vesey's Grammar School in Sutton Coldfield face the steepest property price premium.

MAGGIE PAGANO: Ditch the avocados, it's time for us to back British food

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Give up the smashed avocados. Ditch the bland blueberries. Switch instead to eating more home-grown food such as carrots, potatoes or turnips, however odd or mangled their shapes.

Waitrose cashes in on Gen Z health trends with collagen and creatine

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Waitrose hopes to woo health-conscious Gen-Z shoppers with new 'wellbeing bays' in shops dedicated to products such as magnesium and collagen.

Shop prices rising at fastest pace in more than two years

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Shop prices are rising at their fastest pace in more than two years adding to the cost of living pressure squeezing UK households.

We've inherited half a house from our father but his partner still lives there - what are our options?

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When his partner dies will we be entitled to some of his money and property? We are not sure what's in her will. She still lives in the house. They weren't married.

I've bought my first house at 22 with a 100% mortgage: Most people my age are still living with their parents...

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Getting on the property ladder is something most people will only achieve in their thirties or forties, if at all.

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