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Prepare for the known
It happens to us all eventually and even death comes with a big bill these days. But there are ways to cover it – and ways to choose the funeral you want, where you want The average funeral now costs...
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Back to the drawing board, George
A slap in the face is what Chancellor George Osborne has given some five million pensioners in general and this column in particular. Last month I urged him to look hard at age allowances and see how...
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Feathering their nests
This spring we’ve all seen adult birds flying themselves ragged with non-stop feeding of the fledglings in the nest. That thought brings to mind today’s young parents, struggling to cope with the...
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Money talks
Our round-up of the latest news in finance All change Save your small change: you may need it Fed up with trying coin after coin in slot machines and parking meters? New 5p and 10p coins come into...
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Banking on a return
As a result of the financial crisis, the UK banking system is now highly dependent on the ordinary taxpayer. Not only does the state own a large proportion of two UK banks, Lloyds and Royal Bank of...
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In for the fill
Whether it’s a familiar favourite or a taste of the exotic, sandwich fillings can help fill the gaps left as we tighten our belts in austerity. By Stephanie Sparrow Eat’s new Cubano toastie In harsh...
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Money talks
Our round-up of the latest news in finance Home security Two thirds of people would consider using equity in their homes as a source of income in later life, according to research by The Equity Release...
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Diamond’s jewel purpose
With interest rates staying at rock bottom, could diamonds be an investor’s best friend? Wearing your diamonds could increase their worth Diamonds are a limited resource. Easily stored – and beautiful...
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Planning pays off
Make sure you plan for retirement properly and well in advance – otherwise you risk losing out Only 36 per cent of employers provided pre-retirement planning help for employees, despite the fact that...
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Queen delivers good news for future of state pension
Age UK has welcomed the changes to the state pension outlined in the Queen’s Speech earlier this month. The headline proposal is to introduce a flat-rate state pension of about £144 a week from April...
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