Articles, News & Reviews

This is where you’ll find the latest articles we write about the ways to be clever with your cash – from tips on saving, spending and understanding your relationship with your finances through to money news and product reviews.

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Picture of a woman next to the words 'Premium Bonds Explained'

Premium Bonds explained: How they work, are taxed tax and how to buy them

How likely are you to win a prize with NS&I Premium Bonds? People LOVE Premium Bonds because they give you the chance to win cash...
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Raisin savings platform review

Raisin savings platform review

Raisin gets you access to lots of different savings accounts from just the one place — here’s how it works Raisin savings accounts often feature...
Articles, Deals
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Nationwide switch offer: Get £175 (up to three times)

The Nationwide switch offer is available to new and existing customers This is a welcome return of the switching bonus from Nationwide, and once again...
Articles, Review
Nationwide FlexDirect current account review: 5% interest & £10 cashback a month

Nationwide FlexDirect current account review: 5% interest & £10 cashback a month

Top paying interest, ethics and a decent switching bonus make the account worth considering again. There's been a revamp of Nationwide's FlexDirect account. Not only...
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Netflix hikes prices by up to £24 a year AGAIN

Find out how much you'll pay, and how to save money on Netflix Once again, Netflix has upped the cost of its three tiers by...
Articles, Review
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Zopa Biscuit current account review: 3% cashback and free coffee

Zopa's tweaked its Biscuit current account to change up the rewards Biscuit is a current account from Zopa. It offers cashback, interest on your balance...
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How to prepare for winter and rising energy bills

How to prepare for winter and rising energy bills

Energy bills are rising (again) and we’re about to start using a lot more gas and electricity as the weather turns colder and the never-ending...
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Can you switch a joint bank account?

Can you switch a joint bank account?

Joint bank accounts are very useful if you have shared finances with someone else, but how easy is it to switch a joint account to...
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QR code parking scams rise - how to protect yourself 

QR code parking scams rise – how to protect yourself 

Fraud where fake QR codes are stuck onto parking machines across the country is on the rise where unsuspecting drivers end up paying out hundreds...