Amelia Murray

Amelia is the Deputy Editor at Be Clever With Your Cash.

About Amelia

I’ve been in the world of personal finance for the past 10 years (feel free to tell me I don’t look old enough) after cutting my teeth at the esteemed MoneySavingExpert.com.

From there, I worked as a senior research reporter on The Telegraph’s money desk and was chief reporter at Money Mail, the personal finance section of The Daily Mail. Challenging financial institutions, righting wrongs for readers and fighting for better outcomes was my bag, as well as exploring the more fun side of money – your stories.

During this time I won multiple awards including BIBA’s Gary Hyndman Most Promising Newcomer Award and Personal Finance Journalist of the Year at the British Bank Awards in 2021.

I eventually swapped newspapers for fintech and became head of content at Claro Wellbeing, a financial coaching and education provider, and made it on to the Women in Fintech Powerlist 2023.

When I’m not helping people take on companies or make the most of their money, I love roaming around outdoors, daily dips in the sea (spring to early autumn only!), bigging up girl power and reading in the bath.

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Help to Save: get a 50% boost on your savings

Help to Save: get a 50% boost on your savings

Get a generous bonus with the Government saving scheme if you’re on a low income Did you know that there’s a really under-rated savings account…Read More
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Hidden hotel charges: avoid getting stung on holiday

Hidden hotel charges: avoid getting stung on holiday

When you’re on holiday, the last thing you want is to be hit with extra fees you weren’t expecting. Here are some of the most…Read More
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A thief stole my iPhone and spent £20,000 of my savings

A thief stole my iPhone and spent £20,000 of my savings

The crook also took out a £15,000 Halifax loan at 5am These days, losing your phone is more than just an inconvenience. And as Andrew Merritt,…Read More
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How to invest small amounts of money

You don’t need loads of cash to invest Lots of people think you need a ton of money before you can invest. But it’s simply…Read More
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Mortgages: how much can you afford to borrow?

Mortgages: how much can you afford to borrow?

One of the first things you have to work out when you’re buying a house is how much you can afford to borrow for a…Read More
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How to fight for your consumer rights

Anything you buy must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and should last  I’ve bought a few things recently that I’ve not been happy…Read More
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Tax-Free Childcare: how to get 20% off nursery fees and childminders

Tax-Free Childcare: how to get 20% off nursery fees and childminders

The Government scheme could save families up to £2,000 a year on childcare If you’re a parent, you’ll know childcare is expensive.  The average cost…Read More
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How to find the best mortgage rates

How to find the best mortgage rates

Mortgage tips and tricks plus a guide to our new comparison tables If you’re in the market for a mortgage, whether you’re a first-time buyer…Read More
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What is a remortgage and how does it work?

What is a remortgage and how does it work?

Everything you need to know if your mortgage is coming to an end When you have a mortgage, it’s usually fixed for a certain period…Read More
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Cheapest ways to watch Premier League, EFL & other football on TV (2026/27 season)

Cheapest ways to watch Premier League, EFL & other football on TV (2026/27 season)

You don't need to spend a fortune to watch live football games on TVRead More
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How much do you need in emergency savings?

Avoid too much or too little in an emergency fund When bad things happen, having access to cash to help can, at times, be a...Read More
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August 2026's savings round-up & news

August 2026’s savings round-up & news

The latest news to help you get the most from your savings account. Here's our monthly update sharing changes at leading UK savings accounts, as...Read More
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American Express card hacks: boost your cashback and rewards

American Express card hacks: boost your cashback and rewards

How to get more money back from cashback cards including Amex Cashback and reward cards are one of my favourite ways to make some easy...Read More
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Savings ladder explained: should you use this strategy?

Savings ladder explained: should you use this strategy?

There are pros and cons of fixing your savings - locking it away at a set rate for up to five years. What you gain...Read More
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Interest base rate stays at 3.75%: what does it mean for you?

Interest base rate stays at 3.75%: what does it mean for you?

Increasing inflation due to the war in Iran could lead to rate increases this year We've taken a look at the thinking behind this latest...Read More
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The best extra "dummy" accounts for bank switching

The best extra “dummy” accounts for bank switching

Don't want to switch your main account? Get one of these instead. Long-time readers will know I'm a huge fan of switching old current accounts...Read More
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Amazon Prime review: is it worth the money?

Amazon Prime review: is it worth the money?

Wondering whether you should shell out for Amazon Prime? Here are the pros and cons. Amazon Prime is a popular choice of subscription, but it...Read More
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The corner shop stamp rip-off

Watch out when you're buying your stamps - some retailers will be adding a hefty markup. With most things I buy, I expect prices to...Read More