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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...

2023-09-10T09:25:40Z

8 dazzling gold and silver treasures

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

2024-01-08T02:07:15Z

Get ready for a stock market correction, says the Bank of England

The UK's central bank reckons there's a heightened risk of a sharp stock market correction. Here's a share I've got my eye on, in case that happens. The post Get ready for a stock market correction, says the Bank of England appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

2024-06-28T10:27:07Z

‘I’m 33, earn £53,000 and just bought my first house – how can I rebuild my wealth?’

Would you like to be featured in Money Makeover? Email [email protected] and let us know what your financial goals are. Michael Bamber recently purchased his first home in Bristol, but the 33-year-old air traffic controller wants to know what to do next with his money. The property belongs to both him and his partner. Despite using a lifetime I...

2024-06-24T09:02:55Z

The little known trick to slash tax bills in retirement and boost your income by thousands - by paying into your partner's pension

Bianca Capstick (pictured with partner Matt), is deciding whether to pay into Matt's pension as his employer has a generous scheme.

2023-07-04T21:57:59Z

Best home insurance providers for 2024

Last year was the worst on record for weather-related home insurance claims, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI). Insurance companies shelled out a staggering £573m to help homeowners fix damage to their property. If you’ve got a mortgage, you will likely find that your lender requires you to have buildings insurance for your hom...

2024-06-08T05:01:20Z

Should you say no to getting a smart meter?

Every home in the UK is being offered a smart meter in a multi-billion pound rollout that is changing the way we consume and pay for energy. The devices, which replace traditional meters that have to be read manually, provide real-time readings that detail how much gas and electricity you are using, and how much it is costing you. But the rollout h...

2024-06-01T13:00:46Z

Gillian Keegan suggests Sky News presenter does not ‘understand economics’ in spat over inflation

Gillian Keegan suggests Sky News presenter does not ‘understand economics’ in spat over inflation -

2024-06-28T08:20:29Z

MSCI world stock index hits record high, dollar dips after US inflation data

By Caroline Valetkevitch and Huw Jones NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - The MSCI world stock index hit a record high while the U.S. dollar index inched lower on Friday after data showed that U.S. inflation was flat in May, fueling investor optimism the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates in September. U.S. stocks were moderately higher after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs in

2024-06-28T16:14:35Z

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

2024-04-10T20:07:16Z

Ghana Bondholders to Forgo About $4.7 Billion of Their Claims

Ghana reached an agreement in principle with private creditors to restructure about $13 billion of debt, a key milestone in the West African country's efforts to overhaul its loans. The nation's bonds rallied. Bloomberg News' Jennifer Zabasajja discusses with Joumanna Bercetche on Horizons Middle East & Africa.

2024-06-25T06:43:38Z

After Nvidia's rise, how you can back the AI revolution for less

It is possible to acquire a stake in Nvidia and the other Silicon Valley names through investment trusts whose shares are at a discount to their net asset values.

2024-06-28T21:06:53Z

Exit from recession was stronger than first thought

The UK's exit from recession during the first three months of the year was stronger than initial figures suggested, according to official data.

2024-06-28T06:17:47Z

If I take 25% tax-free cash from my pensions - can I then pay more into them? Steve Webb replies

I want to leave the rest invested without taking any money for a number of years and continue to contribute. Are there any restrictions on doing this I should know about?

2024-06-10T06:16:55Z

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

2024-06-06T17:01:13Z

Download these ten money saving apps to save thousands of pounds

We've done the legwork and picked ten of the best apps to save you money.

2024-06-12T05:24:25Z

City of London fails to score a single £100 million office deal

City of London fails to score a single £100 million office deal -

2024-06-28T14:53:57Z

Why does Nest have stricter rules than other pension schemes?

I like Nest as an organisation, and would like to have been able to stay with it for longer, given its professionalism and great performance.

2024-06-24T06:19:06Z

£100m triple economic boost from Glastonbury, Pride and the Euros

£100m triple economic boost from Glastonbury, Pride and the Euros - Sun out for weekend of celebration that is expected to provide a boost to the UK economy

2024-06-28T10:08:10Z

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.

2024-06-04T10:18:34Z

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 -

2024-06-11T13:21:22Z

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...

2024-05-05T12:03:36Z

UK supermarket Asda returned to profit in 2023

By James Davey LONDON (Reuters) - Asda, the British supermarket group which is 10% owned by U.S. giant Walmart, said on Friday it returned to a pretax profit in its 2023 financial year, even though it lost market share to rivals over the period. Mohsin and Zuber Issa and private equity firm TDR Capital bought 90% of Asda from Walmart in a 6.8 billion pound ($8.6 billion) deal that completed in

2024-06-28T11:13:42Z

Households urged to submit energy meter readings ahead of price drop

Households urged to submit energy meter readings ahead of price drop - The average household energy bill will fall by 7% from July 1 after Ofgem lowered its price cap in response to wholesale prices.

2024-06-29T01:53:29Z

'It Is Super Frustrating': Accountant With $190K Yearly Salary Struggles with Debt and Budgeting

Lifestyle creep, a common issue where increased income leads to higher spending without additional savings, has significantly impacted Preston, whose annual income has doubled to $190,000 over the past five years. Despite this, he finds himself broke by the end of each month. Preston, an accountant living in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and three c...

2024-06-28T14:34:47Z

Is there truth in Rishi Sunak’s net zero attack on Labour?

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer have faced off for the final time in a TV debate, trading familiar blows over immigration and tax. Sunak came armed with a new attack line over the cost of Labour’s net zero climate plans, but does it stack up? What did Sunak say about the net zero target? During the debate, Sunak said: “We’ve just found a recording … [from] Labour … admitting that their [climate] plans will cost hundreds of billions of pounds.” The...

2024-06-28T10:53:45Z

More years of financial pain for mortgage holders says Bank of England

Businesses and households are coping with high interest rates but Bank warns low income families and renters are under pressure.

2024-06-28T05:16:32Z

Could you go a month without spending a single penny? Our writer did - and saved £500. Here's how she did it...

Ask yourself this: when did you last go even one day without spending as much as a penny? It's those small daily spends that seem inconsequential at the time but add up as the weeks pass.

2023-09-21T00:20:02Z

The Netherlands stung savers with 100pc tax rates – and now owes them billions

The Netherlands is expected to pay billions of pounds in compensation to taxpayers after a divisive levy on investments and second homes was shot down by the Dutch Supreme Court. On 6 June, the court ruled that the country’s wealth tax went against the European Convention on Human Rights because it forced savers and investors to pay tax on income t...

2024-06-28T10:03:37Z

Sterling on track for monthly rise versus euro before UK vote

By Stefano Rebaudo (Reuters) - Sterling was on track for its biggest monthly rise versus the euro since January as political concerns weigh on the single currency ahead of general elections in the UK and France. The pound edged higher on Friday after revised data showed Britain's economy pulled out of recession at a faster pace than previously thought in the first three months of this year. It

2024-06-28T10:47:49Z

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.

2023-08-19T22:23:59Z

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.

2023-11-17T06:23:37Z

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

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

2024-06-11T14:34:29Z

Save money on these stylish Boden pieces

Save up to 60% on these gorgeous buys across womenswear and childrenswear

2022-03-24T13:57:13Z

Starting from scratch at 40? I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

Warren Buffett’s golden rule could be the key that unlocks tremendous wealth for long-term investors, even when starting later in life. The post Starting from scratch at 40? I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth appeared first on The Motley Fool UK.

2024-06-16T06:32:51Z

Government sale of NatWest stake to hit fresh milestone

The government's sale of its stake in NatWest Group will reach a new milestone in the coming days when it falls below the threshold at which the Treasury is treated as a related party under stock exchange rules.

2024-06-28T12:13:45Z

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.

2024-05-12T10:26:37Z

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...

2024-05-30T09:17:14Z

Mum gets £90,000 payout after boss pulled job offer when he asked about kids' ages

Mum gets £90,000 payout after boss pulled job offer when he asked about kids' ages - A mother of two had her job offer taken away after she told her new employer her children’s age

2024-06-28T14:38:51Z

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.

2024-06-21T05:27:08Z

Nintendo warns about being ‘motivated by greed’ when making video games

A newly discovered interview sees Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto explain how Nintendo only needs a 30+ million hit every few years to do well.

2024-06-28T16:13:26Z

Two No-Nonsense Ways This US Couple Paid Off Their 30-Year Mortgage In Eight Years

Many Americans are grappling with debt, a challenge exacerbated by rising living costs and stagnant wages. According to CBS News, a recent survey revealed that nearly 18% of U.S. homeowners and 14% of renters are behind on their payments. This financial strain is often due to unforeseen expenses, job loss, or insufficient income, forcing many to se...

2024-06-11T16:21:27Z

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...

2024-05-14T09:05:21Z

Book value: what is it, and how do you calculate it?

A company’s book value is the value of all its assets minus the value of all its liabilities. It can therefore be regarded as the “net worth” of a business. It is calculated by the company’s finance department and checked annually by its independent auditors, as is required by the law. It is then published in the company’s annual report. Book value...

2024-06-21T13:01:28Z

Pakistan: Parliament passes tax-heavy budget to appease IMF

Pakistan's parliament has approved a government budget entailing significant tax hikes. Islamabad is looking to secure yet another billion-dollar IMF loan in order to avoid defaulting on its debts.

2024-06-28T15:10:54Z

The best budget beauty and make-up products that are just as luxurious as expensive competitors

The best budget beauty and make-up products that are just as luxurious as expensive competitors - We’ve got you covered on where to save in your beauty regime without losing out on product performance

2024-06-20T09:45:03Z

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

2024-06-08T05:13:39Z

How to Have a Happy Retirement

Want a happy retirement? These eight tips for finding your retirement bliss are backed by solid evidence.

2024-03-09T13:08:02Z

How Calculating How Many Big Macs He Can Buy With His Hourly Earnings Helped This Man Get $11K Weekly In Passive Income

Ryan Hogue's approach to evaluating his side hustle income is far from conventional. He measures it in a unique and practical way: through Big Macs. Hogue, a web developer and teacher, used this practical method to calculate the value of his time. He would determine how many Big Macs he could buy with his daily earnings, a concept he calls 'dollars...

2024-06-20T12:59:17Z

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.

2024-06-24T11:50:02Z