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The easy way to boost your wealth, no matter what you earn: The five-step plan that takes just half an hour a week

Today

After a long, hot summer of holidays, days out and childcare, millions of us will be feeling the pinch - and it's only going to get worse in the coming months.

The £40bn pension pot panic: Burnham urged to rule out Budget raid on tax-free lump sums after surge of withdrawals under Reeves

Today

Labour was last night urged to rule out a Budget raid on pensions after it emerged savers withdrew £40billion in tax-free lump sums in just two years under Rachel Reeves.

Lloyds offers £200 to switch bank account: It will pay out quickly but is the deal worth it?

Today

The Lloyds deal could be attractive if you're looking for some extra cash before the festive season. We look at how to get the bonus and what you should watch out for.

Half of young people would switch banks for a better overdraft as debt levels soar

Today

An overdraft lets you borrow money via your current account. You will go into your overdraft if you spend more than the available balance in your account.

My parents made DIY will changes but lawyers say it isn't valid - how do I avoid a family squabble over their inheritance?

Today

They changed their will to include a previously estranged step-granddaughter, but lawyers now tell me the document they signed is worthless. What should I do?

Emmerdale star Lisa Riley reveals she fell victim to ESTA scam when travelling to US: What is it and how can you avoid it?

Today

Actress and broadcaster Lisa Riley MBE has previously been tricked into providing personal data by scammers.

Bank alarm over global inflation 'tinderbox' as bond yields soar and rate rise fears deepen

Today

Deputy Bank of England governor Sarah Breeden (pictured) said it looked 'increasingly appropriate' to hike rates as oil prices surged above $108 a barrel.

It pains me to say it - and it will cost me - but it's time to scrap the pensions triple lock: ALEX BRUMMER

Today

The Government has locked the nation in a doom loop of spending and higher taxes, from which there can be no painless escape, writes ALEX BRUMMER.

The bond market and stock market are both sounding the alarm that a crash may be coming: ALEX BRUMMER

Yesterday

Rarely do international monitors of the world economy sing from the same song sheet. Now is one of those moments.

Retail struggles see Dragon's Den star sell photo firm Jessops as DFS says sofa sales are suffering

Yesterday

The TV star and businessman Peter Jones (pictured) rescued the firm out of administration in 2013 and re-opened a raft of closed stores.

UK rocked as value of foreign takeovers so far this year doubles to £148bn - the highest in five years

Yesterday

Major deals included Segro's acquisition by US-based Prologis for £13.5bn and the sale of Intertek to Swedish buyout firm EQT for £10.6bn.

Healey accused of risking 'market chaos' as he considers allowing Budget headroom to shrink

Yesterday

John Healey was accused of risking 'market chaos' yesterday as it emerged he may allow Britain's financial 'headroom' to shrink rather than take tough tax and spending decisions at the Budget.

Housebuilder Vistry will exit open market in south east and focus on north - as it posts largest ever loss

Yesterday

Housebuilder Vistry Group has posted its largest ever loss as the property market grapples with sluggish sales.

Bag up to £3,000 cashback when opening a pension: Is it worth it and what should you watch out for?

Yesterday

A trio of investing platforms are offering cashback for new customers who open a pension. There's huge amounts on offer, but what should you watch out for?

Bond market chaos as UK borrowing costs spike - just as Andy Burnham stands by assertion that Britain should be less 'in hock' to bond markets

Yesterday

UK borrowing costs spiked yesterday amid a global bond rout - just as Andy Burnham stood by his notorious assertion that Britain should be less 'in hock' to bond markets.

Bentley's first EV is finally revealed: The Torcal is its most powerful car ever and will cost £173,000

Yesterday

The covers are off Bentley's first electric car - 'one of the most significant new' cars in the British brand's history.

Slashing cash Isa allowance will do little to help the economy or stock market, HMRC admits

Yesterday

In its assessment, HMRC said the cash Isa limit curb was 'not expected to have a significant macroeconomic impact'.

Knowing the right people is still key to getting a graduate job, say university careers advisers

Yesterday

A lack of access to professional networks and 'social capital' is still of the top factors preventing poorer students from getting jobs, a report suggests.

How to protect yourself against a Budget I fear will gun for our pensions and homes: JEFF PRESTRIDGE

Yesterday

Tick tock, tick tock, the clock is counting down. In just over a month we will brace ourselves for yet another assault on our wealth and financial independence.

Could the income tax personal allowance rise to £15,570 in the Budget?

Yesterday

The Government is said to be considering upping the income threshold at which earners start paying tax from £12,570 to £15,570.

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