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Why some inheritance regimes are more unequal than others

Wealth is a big deal: household wealth in Britain has surged in recent decades to over £15tn. And it’s unequal, with wealth inequality twice as high as income inequality. This matters. What wealth you can inherit, rather than what you earn, increasingly decides who owns a house and who can retire before their late 60s. Almost half of twentysomething first-time buyers receive financial support, largely from parents, averaging £25,000. History...

Why the coins in your pocket make you a Roman

“This is two thousand years old,” my father reminded me as he placed the small silver disc in the palm of my hand. It was still gleaming, cool to the touch, no bigger than a penny. My young mind could not possibly comprehend such an expanse of time. This coin was older than both world wars, older than Shakespeare, and had already existed for a mill...

Gold vs. Grit: Crafting Comedy from Riches and Rags!

Prepare for a laugh-out-loud battle of wealth and wit with our latest video! Join us as we dive into the hilarious world of rich vs. poor scenarios, exploring the comical contrasts between lavish luxury and humble living. From extravagant escapades to penny-pinching pranks, our comedy compilation captures the ups and downs of wealth with humor and heart. Watch now and join the fun as we present a riotous showdown between the haves and the have-nots! The Producers and Creatives do not make any representation or warranty in regards to the accuracy, applicability or fitness of the contents of this video. This video was made strictly for entertainment and informational purposes only. If you wish to apply ideas in this video, you are taking full responsibility for your actions. Producers and Creatives of this video are not held liable for any damage or loss arising from the use of this video material. All products and company names shown in this video are trademarks™ or registered trademarks® of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any endorsement by them. Subscribe to Crafty Panda: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03RvJoIhm_fMwlUpm9ZvFw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsored content, contact us at [email protected]

Households urged to send energy meter readings as price cap drop takes effect

Households urged to send energy meter readings as price cap drop takes effect - The average household energy bill has fallen by 7% as of Monday after Ofgem lowered its price cap in response to wholesale prices.

Why switching energy providers in summer will save you more money

It's likely you're not taking advantage of the deals that are out there.

Good News for Small Creators...

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Mehra: Economy Heading for Dramatic Slowdown

Deepak Mehra, Commercial Bank of Dubai Chief Economist, says headline data does not show economic slowdown and weak consumer spending. He speaks with Joumanna Bercetche on Horizons Middle East & Africa.

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 -

What is life insurance?

No one wants to think about dying, but it’s important to consider what would happen to your family and finances if you were no longer around. That is where life insurance comes in. Similar to the way you would insure a car or your home against any damage, life cover ensures there is money available for your loved ones if you pass away. There are di...

Martin Lewis warns grandparents who 'gift' their grandchildren money

Martin Lewis has issued a warning over gift allowances for grandparents who want to give money to their grandchildren.

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.

Homeowners told simple way to add £38,000 value to their properties

Experts say this addition to homes could prove to be hugely valuable

The magic of music, memory, and how we still remember lyrics decades later

The magic of music, memory, and how we still remember lyrics decades later - IN FOCUS: Songs from our lives are deeply etched into our minds, lingering for many years after we’ve listened to them. Ellie Harrison asks the experts why this is – and why even people with dementia can often remember music so well

Women reveal why they chose financial security over love

Women reveal why they chose financial security over love - ‘Don’t ever let a man or anyone limit your freedom,’ one person wrote

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...

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.

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.

The economic difference between owning and renting a home

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

Is it worth spending more money on SPF?

Is it worth spending more money on SPF? - When it comes to suncare, we find out if price makes a difference – and test out 7 new products on the market.

Bitcoin Could End Year at $100,000, Novogratz Says

Michael Novogratz, Galaxy Digital's founder and CEO says Bitcoin could end the year at $100,000 or higher. He's on "Bloomberg Crypto."

Hermes delivers a masterclass in dressing for a ‘rich man summer’

What defines “rich” dressing today? There are several camps; firstly, wealth denoted by Mall of the Emirates-style label mania, or the “soft luxury” approach – all tactile cashmeres and delicious cafe-au-lait tones, as defined by the characters in Succession. This, it should be noted, is entirely separate from “old money” style, but it’s notable th...

‘Looking for a man in finance’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, dating experts warn. Even if he’s 6’5

‘Looking for a man in finance’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, dating experts warn. Even if he’s 6’5 - A viral TikTok video has women everywhere declaring they’re looking for a man in finance, with a trust fund, 6’5”, blue eyes. In an economy that’s become increasingly difficult for young adults to thrive in, Meredith Clark asks relationship experts if singles are more willing to sacrifice compatibility for financial stability than ever before

I'm retiring after 40 years as a fund manager and this is what I've learnt: Richard Buxton on life as a professional investor

Since the early 1980s, Buxton has done his very best to make money for investors at a string of investment houses.

This is how long you should keep paperwork

What documents to keep and for how long

Archaeologists hunting £15billion treasure find axe - first evidence it exists

Amateur archaeologists hunting an undiscovered treasure trove said to be worth £15billion say they have discovered the first evidence it exists - an ancient axe. The discovery of a 10th century weapon is said to "very strongly support" the possibility that the fabled 'Lemminkäinen Temple', and the priceless hoard it is thought to contain, is real.

How can I stop my spendthrift son frittering away his inheritance? Heather Rogers replies

I have one son married but one of them is a spendthrift. I would like to give them enough in the will to clear the balance of their mortgage and say enough to live on per year.

What is stamp duty and when do you have to pay for it?

Buying a home unfortunately means coming face to face with stamp duty, one of Britain’s most hated taxes. Having paid out for a deposit, professional fees, estate agent fees and moving costs, this tax charge is an unwelcome cherry on the cake. A recent exclusive poll for The Telegraph found that nearly a fifth of voters think it is one of the most ...

If I’d put £5,000 into Nvidia stock at the start of June, here’s what I’d have now

Nvidia stock more than trebled in 2023, then had already doubled by May this year. Surely it didn't rise yet again in June, did it? The post If I’d put £5,000 into Nvidia stock at the start of June, here’s what I’d have now appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

£9,000 in savings? Here’s what I’d do to turn that into a £1,220 monthly passive income

With the right strategy, it’s possible to create a substantial passive income with a portfolio of FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares. This is how I’d try to do it. The post £9,000 in savings? Here’s what I’d do to turn that into a £1,220 monthly passive income appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

Key things parents should consider before giving financial help to their adult children

Key things parents should consider before giving financial help to their adult children - Thinking about giving your adult children some financial help? Here are some need-to-knows to consider first…

8 dazzling gold and silver treasures

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

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

How To Become A Virtual Assistant With No Experience In 6 Steps And Earn Up To $10K Monthly

Lauriel Arkeah was tired of the 9-5 grind. Growing up in poverty and surrounded by violence, she had never known a life without struggle. As an adult, she found herself working to live and living to work, constantly burnt out and struggling to make ends meet. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Lauriel decided that things had to cha...

Inside Out 2 becomes first 2024 film to hit $1bn at global box office

Inside Out 2 becomes first 2024 film to hit $1bn at global box office - Animated film has held top spot at box office for three consecutive weekends

How often do YOU use cash? Millions still rely on it says JOHN HOWELLS

The use of cash has dropped steeply over recent years. Many people now prefer the ease of banking online and using contactless payments.

Why are voters choosing Reform UK?

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

Moray Luke Has Only Sold 2 Products | Dragons' Den | Shark Tank Global

Moray is seeking £30,000 for 20% in her fashion brand 'Moray Luke'. A fashion brand focused on sustainable handbags made from fish leather. Season 20, Episode 5. 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 #SharkTankUS #morayluke Moray Luke Has Only Sold 2 Products | Dragons' Den | Shark Tank Global https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREgA-BmOocJ9Is_bZV6aJQ

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...

London investment bankers to rake in bigger bonuses after two-year slump

London’s investment bankers are expected to rake in bigger bonuses this financial year, as the City begins to recover from a two-year slump in deals caused by surging interest rates. Demand for investment banking services – such as facilitating mergers and acquisitions, advising companies and governments on fundraising, and underwriting new stock and bonds – was hit by a sharp increase in borrowing rates after the pandemic, as central banks...

Five Universal Credit freebies worth £3,286 people - how to get them

There are free perks you can claim if you are a parent on benefits

Feeling flush: Could an extra bathroom add a whopping £1.2 million to your home's value?

Feeling flush: Could an extra bathroom add a whopping £1.2 million to your home's value? - The hottest property luxury for Londoners could be the bragging rights of an extra toilet

Can you have more than one Isa?

Before this year, savers were limited to only paying into one of each type of Isa in a tax year, but this rule has now been scrapped. There is currently no limit on the number of Isas you can have, or how many you can open or pay into. You might choose to open a new cash Isa if, for instance, you find one offering a higher interest rate than one yo...

Exclusive-Boeing agrees deal to buy Spirit Aero for $4.7 billion - sources

By Mike Stone and Allison Lampert WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Boeing agreed on Sunday to acquire Spirit AeroSystems for more than $4 billion, two people familiar with the matter said, ending months of talks over a deal the U.S. planemaker hopes will help ease a spiralling safety crisis. Boeing will pay $37.25 per share for Spirit Aero, in an all-stock deal, the two people said. The boards of Boeing

Millions to pay lower summer energy bills as UK price cap drops

Millions of households will pay lower gas and electricity bills this summer as the energy price cap for Great Britain falls by £122 a year to the equivalent of £1,568 for the typical annual charge from today. However, the latest cap applies only from July until the end of September, and bills are expected to rise again this winter, leaving millions struggling to heat their homes. Monday’s adjustment reflects lower costs in the wholesale gas and...

RUTH SUNDERLAND: Labour's £1trillion challenge on pension funds

If Rachel Reeves becomes Chancellor, she would have to incentivise funds to invest for the benefit of current pension savers and generations to come.

Adele Parks: I had to eat tinned food to pay the rent, then I got my first book deal at 30 worth £300,000

The best money decision the author Adele Parks MBE ever made was writing her first novel at the age of 30.

‘Tories’ tax raid is forcing me to sell my family’s 1850s holiday home’

One of Alix Bateman’s earliest and most enduring memories is of mislaying her beloved pink hippo toy on the rocks at Porthcawl. She was, perhaps, four years old. She also remembers playing on the sand with her brother, rock pooling, visiting the funfair, and going on donkey rides – all the hallmarks of a classic old-school seaside summer holiday, s...

'They're Defined By What They Provide': Therapists Reveal Three Things Rich People Struggle With

Rich people, often perceived as living in a world of opulence and privilege, contend with a multitude of challenges that remain largely overlooked by society. Despite their wealth, these individuals face complex emotional and psychological struggles that are frequently dismissed or minimized. Clinical physiotherapist Paul Hokemeyer, specializing in...

Central banks should set a ‘high bar’ for interest rate cuts, BIS warns

Central banks should avoid cutting interest rates too soon owing to the risk of a fresh flare-up in inflation, the Bank for International Settlements has warned, as policymakers around the world weigh up how quickly to ease monetary policy. The Basel-based umbrella body for central banks, said in its annual report that the global economy looked set for a “smooth landing” as inflation cooled and growth remained resilient. But it urged...

Meet the fund managers: Buying bonds in an election year

Alex Ralph, fund manager of Nedgroup’s Global Strategic Bond Fund, talks about buying bonds in an election year and her biggest mistake.