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The under-the-radar commuter towns perfect for a slower pace of life: Low property prices, good schools and great transport links, our expert reveals the locations you can't ignore

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There are countless unsung locations which offer the same advantages as well-known commuter towns - from reliable rail links and decent schools, to green spaces and a slower, rhythm of life.

Why investing experts say it's time for 'stocks-maxxing' these US shares

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Sell in May and go away' used to be a stock market adage but now some analysts say that risks missing a summer of gains.

UK borrowing costs rise as speculation over Labour leadership mounts - MARKETS LIVE

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All eyes are on the bond market today as the fallout from the local elections over the weekend increases the likelihood of a Labour leadership challenge.

INTERVIEW: FCA boss Nikhil Rathi says this is NOT a repeat of 2008!

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Britain's top financial enforcer knows a financial meltdown when he sees one. But Rathi doesn't think investors and the country are in for a similar tsunami this time.

Hair salons forced to trim younger stylists after tax hikes

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Owners say its traditional role of offering young people first jobs sweeping up hair or learning as an apprentice is in peril.

I renovated my first home... and made £55,000! First-time buyers opt for fixer-uppers to save money without compromising on location

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First-time buyers are choosing fixer-uppers to step on to the property ladder for less.

We meet the man who sells private jets to the super-rich - and one could be yours for £370,000

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Owning a private jet is one of the ultimate super-rich status symbols. But it's no longer a prerequisite to be a sports star, politician, world-famous singer or wealthy businessman.

The six used cars that dealers won't touch because they're too expensive to fix - you might already own one

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When shopping for a second-hand car, one of the biggest concerns for buyers is whether it might be riddled with problems and become a drain on their finances.

Eon to buy Ovo in deal which will make it Britain's largest energy supplier

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German energy giant Eon has confirmed it will buy challenger Ovo in a deal that will create Britain's largest energy supplier.

UK farmers fear being trampled by Donald Trump's 'one-way' beef deal

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US groups say it will be 'a nice two-way' with UK producers 'benefiting equally'. And the National Farmers' Union is also talking up the deal.

Number of electric car blazes attended by fire brigades up 133% in three years

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Experts warn that when electric cars and their batteries do catch alight, putting them out takes far longer than a fire that's engulfed a combustion engine car.

Nationwide slashes mortgage rates to offer cheapest two-year deal on the market

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Rates are falling at several major lenders, but experts say this isn't guaranteed to continue and things could change quickly.

Landlords may be FINED £7,000 per property if they fail to send a vital Renters' Rights Act sheet by May 31

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Landlords need to send a PDF document explaining new rental rules to their tenants by the end of this month, or risk being fined.

My state pension will be higher than my wife's despite both having 35 years of contributions - why? STEVE WEBB replies

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When I checked in 2025/26 it said I would receive £258.01. My wife is set to receive £231.05. I don't know why there is a difference.

Heathrow passenger numbers hit as Middle East war disrupts travel

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The number of passengers travelling through Heathrow last month fell as the Middle East conflict continued to disrupt travel.

SMALL CAP IDEA: UK smaller companies remain unloved and undervalued

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The flow of companies leaving AIM for the Main Market has accelerated sharply since the start of 2025.

M&S snaps up Asos warehouse as it seeks to double online sales

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The retailer said that it will create 600 jobs after agreeing to buy a distribution centre in Lichfield from the online fashion group Asos for £67.5million. It is seeking to double its online sales.

Why space investing is booming but I don't own SpaceX

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The prospects for investors go far beyond Elon Musk's posterchild firm Space X, says a UK fund manager with a difference.

Can you divorce your parents? What happens to money and assets when family splits can't be mended

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There are frequent media reports of celebrity children cutting ties with their parents. Lawyers look at whether a minor child or an adult can legally divorce their parents.

How much you can haggle off popular SUVs: You don't have to buy a 'Temu Range Rover' to get a bargain

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Insider Car Deals exclusively reveal to This is Money that you can strike a deal on a Peugeot, Toyota or Hyundai SUV and pay less than the asking price of a Chinese Jaecoo 7.

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