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Why more are making the great move north

Victoria Watson and her husband, James, have lived in East Sussex for much of their lives — it’s where they went to school and their support network is there. Yet high living costs and the large mortgage on their flat in Lewes, where they live with their two young children, mean they can’t afford to go on living in the southern county. So they are moving north. “We have some wonderful friends locally but just feel our quality of life will be far...

Marston’s shares jump after it books £206m windfall from Carlsberg split to focus ‘entirely on pubs’

Pub group Marston's has sold its stake in Carlsberg for more than £200m as bosses outlined plans to focus "entirely on pubs".

Billionaire Warren Buffett’s 5 top tips for making your fortune

Windows eases the pain: Is a graphical user interface worth the extra cost? Andrew Brown lays his cards on the table

Windows eases the pain: Is a graphical user interface worth the extra cost? Andrew Brown lays his cards on the table -

Why are voters choosing Reform UK?

Exclusive analysis reveals that Reform UK's flagship tax policy overwhelmingly benefits the richest households.

How to save money on your wedding guest outfit

How to save money on your wedding guest outfit - It can cost a fortune to attend a wedding, but there are savvy ways to save if you plan what to wear, says Claire Spreadbury.

‘Why am I struggling to sell my £1.6m home?’

Sophie Lane Fox has never sold a house before and at the start of May, she and her husband put their three-bedroom terraced house in Fulham, south west London, on the market. Although several people have come to look round, the couple are still waiting for a buyer to make an offer. “We have a one-year-old and another baby due in November and really...

Billionaire Bunkers: The Rise of Doomsday Prepping Among the Super-Rich

More and more of the super-rich are equipping themselves with boltholes against calamity. The idea of building bunkers to survive any notional worldwide calamity is by no means new. From The Second World War to the nuclear age, bunkers were a by-word for survival. And in the modern age, disaster prepping is a big business. You can buy everything you need to wait out an apocalypse in some comfort. But what does relative comfort look like to the mega-rich. Why are billionaire bunkers a thing? How are they equipped... and what do they look like? Join our YouTube channel by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3asNo2n Find us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3PM21xW Find us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t2Huvb Find us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3wQfXzA Find us on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3wNsBOu Get the latest stories: https://interestingengineering.com/ Support IE for high-quality journalism: https://interestingengineering.com/subscribe

‘I've worked all my life and now they want to tax my pension’

We asked older people if they think politicians are doing enough for them

Is it really so bad to want to marry rich?

Is it really so bad to want to marry rich? - IN FOCUS: Calls to find and marry a wealthy 6ft 5in man with a trust fund were everywhere at Glastonbury, harking back to a viral video celebrating this apparent ideal of modern dating. It’s all a bit tongue in cheek, writes Olivia Petter… but does it speak to a wider truth?

Why you shouldn’t take money from your parents to buy a house

The extent to which young adults’ families now step in to help them access homeownership was initially a consequence of house price inflation. Now it is also likely a cause of it.

‘I’m 77, living carefully on a state pension – how can I afford to visit friends abroad?’

Nicola Simpson, 77, doesn’t have expensive taste. Since she stopped working three years ago she has relied predominantly on her state pension of £1,056 a month plus a quarterly sum of £450 from St James Place (SJP) where she has £50,000 invested. After buying her flat in 1983 for £23,500, she is now mortgage free and the property is worth around £2...

How much money could installing solar panels save you?

How much money could installing solar panels save you? - Although there’s a high initial outlay, solar panels can save hundreds of pounds on electricity bills every year, energy experts tell Lisa Salmon.

What expenses can a limited company write off against tax? HEATHER ROGERS explains

What can you claim - and how do you ensure you don't fall foul of the taxman on the boundary between what's personal and what is actually related to your business?

Excellent yet still affordable future classics

Autocar recommends the future classics you should snap up before collector status sets in

I'm an Isa millionaire: Here are my top tips for building a chunky tax-free pot

Our reader Mr H is one of the lucky few with an Isa worth over £1m and has shared how he became an Isa millionaire and his top tips for increasing your pot.

July 2024 dates for benefits and pensions after cost of living payments

July 2024 dates for benefits and pensions after cost of living payments - The UK’s cost of living will be a major talking point in the run up to July’s general election

EuroMillions winner who scooped £1,000,000 is still a midwife 10 years on

She still even lives in the same house she owned before.

The economic difference between owning and renting a home

The chief executive of Worldwide Financial Planning compares average rents, repairs and mortgages

Average net worth of Americans by age — see how you compare

How much is my car tax?

All you need to know about car tax.

Should you offer kids money for good grades? Here's what psychologists think

As exam season approaches, some parents are putting hundreds of pounds aside to reward their children if they achieve certain grades.

A 10% yield but down 70%! Time to buy this FTSE gem?

This emerging markets investment group's offering one of the highest dividend yields in the FTSE 350 and is maintaining shareholder payouts. The post A 10% yield but down 70%! Time to buy this FTSE gem? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

How to get your financial affairs in order for family before you die

'Dad's dead - what happens next?' A colleague of mine died last year and that was the title on a folder that he had left for his family, writes Ian Dyall.

8 dazzling gold and silver treasures

Here are 10 stunning gold and silver treasures, dating from millennia to centuries ago

Top 10 most expensive US states to live in – see if yours makes the list

What Are the Hidden Costs of Homeownership?

If you don't plan for these hidden expenses of homeownership when buying a home, you could be stuck paying more than you can afford.

Small pot pension rules: what are they and how do they work?

While it used to be common to work for only one or two companies for your entire career, workers today are likely to have moved jobs several times throughout their working lives – which can have a big impact on your pension savings. As a result of switching employers, you could end up with a large number of workplace pension pots – the average by t...

Martin Lewis warns people with savings accounts over 'biggest sin'

The BBC Sounds podcast and ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show star spoke out over his rule for savings and how people could maximise their piggy banks.

UK households get tax-free personal allowance increased to £15,640

People could qualify for an extra £3,000 tax relief, which can also be backdated up to four tax years, depending on their circumstances, in a major Cost of Living boost.

The high street brands worth re-selling on Vinted – and the ones to keep in your wardrobe

As another spring wedding season draws to a close, you may be staring into a wardrobe full of worn-just-once dresses. Will you want to wear them again? To keep, or to sell? It’s a dilemma that feels particularly relevant with wedding guest outfits – you’ve worn the same style to a couple of ceremonies, but might buy something different for the next...

Treasury minister on Labour’s ‘no money’ note: ‘Tories can’t afford notepaper’

Treasury minister on Labour’s ‘no money’ note: ‘Tories can’t afford notepaper’ - Darren Jones referred to the infamous ‘no money’ note left by Liam Byrne at the end of the last Labour government in 2010.

This is how long you should keep paperwork

What documents to keep and for how long

1 in 5 Americans Over 65 Return To Work After Savings Dwindle; How Much Do You Actually Need To Retire?

Pressured by rising living costs in the US, at least one in five older Americans on fixed incomes are forced to consider returning to work. While some retirees may choose to re-enter the workforce for social reasons, many are driven by financial necessity. According to a Pew Research Center report, nearly one in five Americans over 65 are still emp...

I had an offer accepted on my first home: What do I do now? Property buying process explained

We're confused about what steps we need to take, and in what order. When is the right time to apply for a mortgage, hire a solicitor - and when do we exchange and complete?

Closure and Commutative Properties in Algebra

This tutorial delves into two fundamental concepts in algebra: the closure and commutative properties. These properties are essential building blocks in mathematics, forming the basis for various operations and equations. This video is designed to help students, educators, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of algebraic principles. The closure property refers to the characteristic of a set that remains within the same set when an operation is performed on any two elements. We begin by exploring what this means in the context of different mathematical operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, providing clear examples for each. Next, the video shifts focus to the commutative property, which states that the order in which two numbers are added or multiplied does not affect the result. We demonstrate this property with numerous examples, showing its application in practical math problems. Throughout the tutorial, we emphasize how these properties are utilized in solving algebraic problems, ensuring viewers understand their application in real-world scenarios. This video is a valuable resource for reinforcing the fundamental concepts of algebra and enhancing problem-solving skills. Join us to gain a comprehensive understanding of the closure and commutative properties in mathematics. More Lessons: http://www.MathAndScience.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonGibsonMath

The common mistake that can blow a major hole in your pension

Four in five pension savers are accessing their pot early and it’s costing them tens of thousands of pounds, a pension provider has warned. New analysis from Scottish Widows shows that 78pc of people raided their pension before they reached 65, pocketing an average of £47,000 in cash – which experts say puts them at risk of running out of money lat...

I saved £30,000 in 2 years - all while working a minimum wage job

I set myself a goal of becoming a millionaire in 10 years.

I collect 50p coins - do I really have one worth £30,000? DAN HATFIELD replies

I've collected 50p coins for quite some time and would love to know the value of what I have accumulated over time.

The Sharks Love The Potential of One Talk | Shark Tank AUS | Shark Tank Global

Anya Lorimer pitches 'One Talk Technology', a company that builds talking signs that share messages in various dialects about healthcare to remote Indigenous communities. Their aim is to develop audio tools designed to close the language gap in indigenous communities. Anya seeks $50K for a 20% stake in her business. From Season 3 Episode 12 Watch The Entire Series on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/tv/show?id=FV7PwP5B-nU&cdid=tvseason-E1PGOJ1VJ8Q&hl=en_US&gl=US Subscribe to Shark Tank Global for more from your favorite shows: https://bit.ly/SharkTankGlobal FOLLOW SHARK TANK Shark Tank Global Facebook - [https://www.facebook.com/GlobalSharkTank] About Shark Tank: The Sharks – tough, self-made, multi-millionaire and billionaire tycoons – continue their search to invest in the best businesses and products that America has to offer. The Sharks will once again give people from all walks of life the chance to chase the American dream and potentially secure business deals that could make them millionaires. #SharkTank #sharktankaustralia #onetalk The Sharks Love The Potential of One Talk | Shark Tank AUS | Shark Tank Global https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREgA-BmOocJ9Is_bZV6aJQ

'We started a business in male-dominated industry while having babies - and raised £5m despite not getting invited to golf'

Just 18% of companies in the UK are led by women, and while data suggests female entrepreneurs are on the rise, men still receive more funding and are entrusted with higher average loans to get them started.

Revolut CEO to sell part of stake in $500 million share sale, Sky News reports

(Reuters) - British fintech company Revolut's CEO Nikolay Storonsky will cash in part of his multibillion dollar stake in the company as part of a $500 million share sale, Sky News reported on Sunday. The Financial Times reported last month that the digital finance app is working with bankers on the share sale, including shares held by employees, which could value it at more than $40 billion.

Keir Starmer urged to act on water bill rises in England and Wales

Trade unions, celebrities and river activists are calling on the new UK government to halt attempts by the water industry to raise customer bills in England and Wales by up to 91% and immediately start a root-and-branch review of water ownership. The author Michael Rosen and comedians Nish Kumar and Stephen Fry joined campaigners from Greenpeace, Surfers Against Sewage, River Action, the Rivers Trust and activists across the country, in signing...

Have a home, or have a life? The brutal reality young adults face

Increasingly, Millennials and Gen Z are also being forced to make brutal choices about what they can and cannot afford to do

Top 6 US industries where you can earn the most money

Nectar points: the best ways to collect and spend them

If you regularly shop at Sainsbury’s, you’ll probably have a Nectar card in your wallet. But are you taking full advantage of it? Nectar is one of the UK’s biggest loyalty schemes, rewarding shoppers with points that they can either spend with other partner brands or redeem to save money at the till. Here Telegraph Money takes a closer look at the ...

Stock market today: Asian stocks mostly fall, Euro drop on French election outcome

Stock market today: Asian stocks mostly fall, Euro drop on French election outcome - Asian stocks mostly fall after U.S. stocks rose to more records Friday boosted by a highly anticipated report on the job market

How much are student loans, when do you start paying back and what is the interest?

Basically, student finance is a government-financed loan that covers university students' tuition fees and living costs for the duration of their study.

Cash for clutter: how to make money from what’s in the attic

One person’s rubbish is another person’s treasure, as they say, so you could make a chunk of cash by selling unwanted items cluttering your attic and cupboards. Coins, retro toys and games, old tech, books and magazines can all be sold, with some items possibly worth a lot more than you may think. Dig out old toys Toys don’t have to be 50 or 100 years old to be worth money. For example, Beanie Babies became a big collectible in the 1990s, and...

Five Financial Changes That Happen When Your Spouse Dies

Some of these could catch surviving spouses by surprise, so it’s a good idea to know what to expect in case something happens.