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Why will first-time buyers only be able to buy new-builds with Labour's home scheme... and should it be extended?

Today

The replacement for Help to Buy is coming, but some aspiring homeowners might be disappointed that they cannot buy an older property using it.

Energy regulator warns of 'difficult winter' as it proposes new switching charges that could ratchet up bills

Today

Households risk missing out on cheaper energy deals during a 'difficult winter' as the regulator considers introducing charges for suppliers when customers switch.

If you have a family here's why you need a lasting power of attorney - whatever your age

Today

Every adult should consider setting up a lasting power of attorney, but many people haven't arranged one. It can be a big help to your family - here's how to set one up.

Fixed rate savings pay the highest interest in three years, these are the best deals

Today

It's the best time in years for savers, with rates rising on both savings accounts and tax-free Isas. If you haven't checked the rates you're receiving recently, it's time to compare deals.

Healey to clobber banks with a Budget tax raid, despite fears it will drive up business costs and mortgage rates

Today

Speculation is mounting that the Chancellor will increase the levy banks pay on their profits over and and above corporation tax.

HSBC cuts mortgage rates following weeks of rises: Are there cheaper deals to come?

Today

HSBC has cut its mortgage rates, following several weeks of rate rises from most major lenders - with some deals going below the 5% mark.

I've inherited a quarter of my parents' house but my niece is living there: Can I force a sale and if so how?

Today

If the sibling whose name is on the deed refuses to agree to a fair share of the value of the house, or if a majority of the siblings refuse, what rights do I have?

Half of Britons say they've been encouraged to make a purchase with cash in past two months

Today

With cash usage down drastically in the past decade it appears many small businesses are on a mission to keep it alive.

Healey hammers the banks: The Chancellor is set to raise taxes despite kind words, says ALEX BRUMMER

Today

As a matter of good form, Labour Chancellors do not usually extol British and overseas banks. The dialogue is much about helping working people.

UK falls to 24th spot in the world's best countries to start a business: We reveal the full top 50

Yesterday

Britain has fallen to just 24th in the global rankings of the best country to start a business - amid fears that the Budget could make things even worse.

City advisers set to land a £335m fees bonanza in easyJet sale to US private equity

Yesterday

The sale has been backed by the airline's founder, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou (pictured), whose family still owns 15.3% of the business.

Royal Mail 'on brink of collapse' as 400 workers quit every week ahead of Christmas rush, claims union

Yesterday

The union has called for emergency talks between the Government and employers after staff are quitting in droves amid a rollout of changes to the frequency of post deliveries.

What's gone wrong at Poundland and will Britain's 'Del Boy billionaire' ride to the rescue?

Yesterday

Chris Dawson, nicknamed Britain's 'Del Boy billionaire' is understood to have joined a number of suitors vying to acquire stricken Poundland, or at least parts of the business.

Cartier owner Richemont and jeweller Signet in talks to join consortium to buy diamond giant De Beers

Yesterday

De Beers is most famous for coining the iconic 'A Diamond is Forever' advertising slogan in 1947 and building the world's dominant diamond cartel. Demand for its gems have slumped in recent years.

Stop the cash Isa raid before it's too late! Why the Chancellor must halt Reeves's misguided move that will harm savers and investors

Yesterday

As Chancellor John Healey delivers his first Budget in just two weeks' time, there is one urgent announcement he must make to help both savers and investors.

Fix 'broken' business rates system once and for all, Chancellor told in letter from 200 bosses

Yesterday

More than 200 employers have called on the Chancellor to tear up the 'broken' business rates system to revive Britain's battered high streets.

Trade union Unite urges Labour to consider nationalising 'essential' Rough gas storage facility

Yesterday

Trade union Unite has urged Labour to consider nationalising Britain's Rough storage facility saying its closure would hit hundreds of jobs and make it harder to keep the lights on.

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy says she is 'minded to intervene' in Sky's proposed £1.6bn takeover of ITV

Yesterday

Sky's takeover of ITV may be blocked after the culture secretary said she was 'minded to intervene' on the deal.

Britain's EV owners forecast to double when drivers buy their 'next car'

Yesterday

A survey recorded the highest level of EV and low-emission interest that Kwik Fit has seen since it began tracking buying intentions in 2020.

You, the chancellor: Play our addictive new game to see if you can make Britain boom or bust...

Yesterday

You've inherited an economy that's been through a rough few years. Before you meet a single minister, here's what's actually on the page in front of you and what's going spare.

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