Can a woman deliver you better returns?

Women often make better stock pickers than men, delivering stronger returns for investors - but with fewer females managing funds, how can you make sure you take advantage of the feminist touch when picking funds? Kalpana Fitzpatrick on how to filter funds run by women and why it matters

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Halifax: House prices bounce in February, but market remains subdued

Latest house prices show a rise in February - has the potential house price crash stalled?

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Five changes to state pensions coming next month

There are several changes happening to state pensions in April. We explain what’s happening.

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10 regions where cash buyers are securing the biggest discounts on property

Looking to buy a house with cash? We reveal the areas where you can secure the biggest discount, slashin as much as £88,000 off the asking price

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March Premium Bond millionaire winners revealed – how to check if you’ve won

Over £25bn in Premium Bond prizes have now been paid out to winners since the first ever draw in 1957. We explain how to check if you’ve won this month

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The ten investment trusts with the highest dividend yields

Investment trusts are one of the best ways to participate in the stockmarket, and the way they are structured means they can maintain their dividends in lean times. Here, Rupert Hargreaves looks at the ten highest yielding investment trusts on the market today.

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What is an investment trust?

“Active” investment funds come in two main varieties, one of which is investment trusts. But what exactly is an investment trust?

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The best cash Isas – March 2023

Easy access and notice ISA rates are now at their highest since 2009. Here are the best cash ISAs on the market today.

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The bull market in this commodity is over

Demand for this commodity jumped in 2020, sending prices skyward. However, the bubble has now burst, and investors are moving on says Dominic Frisby.

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Nationwide: House prices see biggest dip since 2012

Nationwide’s latest house price index shows house prices declined annually for the first time since June 2020, and the largest since 2012 - is the bubble about to burst?

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Flat fees vs percentage fees - are you paying too much for your investments?

We investigate whether it’s better to choose an investment platform with flat fees, or whether percentage charges could work out cheaper.

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Make the most of tax-free saving with a Flexible ISA

Flexible ISAs allow you to take more control over your savings and investments and cover any unforeseen expenses in life

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High earners fail to claim £1.3 billion in pension tax relief

Millions of pounds of pension tax relief are left unclaimed by higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers every year. We explain how to make sure you claim all the tax relief you’re entitled to.

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UK home sellers cut £14,000 off their asking prices as the buyers’ market returns

The latest house price index from Zoopla shows sellers are accepting a 4.5% discount on asking prices to secure a sale as the property market cools down.

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