Thursday, April 20, 2023

Six IHT myths debunked

Life’s two certainties - death and taxes - come together to form the confusing world of inheritance tax. Here is everything you need to know about the misunderstood space to help save you money.

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

What happens next depends on the US dollar, the most important price in the world

The US dollar is the most important asset in the world, dictating the prices of vital commodities. Where it goes next will determine the outlook for the global economy says Dominic Frisby.

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Record food price rises keep inflation above 10%

The highest food price rise in 45 years has spurred inflation to remain above 10%

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Can you profit from Airbnb with your spare room?

Hosts on Airbnb can make as much as £6,000 a year from letting out their spare room or house. We look at the pros and cons of listing your home on Airbnd and how to make it profitable.

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The best cities for buy-to-let investors

As returns come under pressure in the buy-to-let market, these cities still offer attractive returns for investors looking to earn a passive income.

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Avios offer: How to stack up thousands of extra Avios bonus points

Avios points can help you cut the cost of travelling and right now, you can grab thousands of extra Avios points with this American Express deal

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Monday, April 17, 2023

10 dirt-cheap Reits to buy now

Real estate investment trusts (Reits) are out of favour due to rising interest rates and fear of weak demand. The sell-off has been so indiscriminate that many now offer compelling value, says Rupert Hargreaves.

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Friday, April 14, 2023

New pensions allowances explained

The tax year ushered in a range of changes to pension allowances, including a major change to the lifetime allowance. We recap what these are so you know how to take advantage of them.

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Luckiest NS&I Premium Bond holder has won nearly 300 prizes!

New data revealed the luckiest premium bond holder has won over £1m across 288 prizes.

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

The renewable energy boom will be great news for consumers, but not investors

More renewable energy capacity will drive down the cost of energy for consumers, as long as we can solve the energy storage issue. However, investors could struggle to see returns in the competitive market argues Max King.

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RICS: house prices will remain under pressure, but rents will continue to rise

The housing market could turn a corner in the coming year, but in the near-term expectations remain weak, according to the latest survey from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

The gold price hits a high – there’s still time to buy

Gold closed at its highest ever level on Friday, but the price could keep rising as demand grows, argues Dominic Frisby.

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Future of the state pension uncertain as cost grows

A review of the state pension shows costs could rise to unsustainable levels, which could force the government to hike the state pension age or cut benefits.

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

We need more housebuilding for a stronger economy

More housebuilding is needed for economic growth, as there’s a clear link between construction, urban productivity and prosperity, says David C. Stevenson.

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Don’t count resources out

Commodities have performed poorly over the past year, but they tend to move in long and volatile cycles. from Moneyweek RSS Feed https://m...