Money matters
Our money matters section has all the information you need, whether you're buying, selling, renting, remortgaging or improving your home. From financing tips to your legal rights, you'll find it all here.
Money matters
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Should I overpay my mortgage? Finance experts explain what to consider
Wondering if you should overpay your mortgage? We explain what you need to think about before making your decision
By Rebecca Goodman
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How to haggle with builders - 9 expert tips for ensuring a fair price
Knowing how to haggle with builders is a useful skill, whether you are planning home improvements or buying a new build
By Samantha Partington
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Which councils are increasing council tax? What you need to know about the 5% increase
Councils say they have little choice but to increase council tax by the maximum in a bid to protect vital services
By Imani Cottrell
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Martin Lewis warns against falling for this trick when returning faulty tech
It's crucial for you to understand: 'warranty schmarranty'
By Jullia Joson
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Why is my water bill so high? The 5 most common reasons for a sudden hefty bill
The experts weigh in to help explain what's running up your water bills
By Jullia Joson
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How to make money from your home, according to a finance expert
If you’re looking for ways to make extra cash this year, look no further than under your own roof
By Samantha Partington
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How to save money on water bill – 4 expert-led tips you need to know
It's all about the small changes you can make now
By Jullia Joson
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Water bills to see a record increase from April - what to know ahead of the rise
Water UK has confirmed that water bills will be increasing from April
By Rebecca Knight
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I worked out the cheapest way to make a cup of coffee at home
Looking to ditch takeaway coffees in the New Year? I calculated which cup of coffee is the cheapest overall to make at home
By Katie Sims
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Kitchen extension cost - what to budget for a new and large room
Thinking of upgrading your kitchen? Here's how much it will cost, according to the experts
By Katie Sims
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40 easy ways to save money at home – lower the cost of running your household
Our team of home experts are here to help you lower your cost of living without making big compromises
By Amy Cutmore
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Should I downsize to save money? What you should consider before you do
‘Should I downsize?’ may be a question crossing many homeowners’ minds right now – here’s what you should consider before you do
By Samantha Partington
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Liz Truss announces energy price freeze – what does it mean for your bills?
How will the energy bill freeze work and when will it come into force? Here’s what we know so far
By Sarah Handley
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Stamp duty bands ‒ how do they work and how much tax will you have to pay?
The stamp duty bands that apply to you will affect how much tax you have to pay, so make sure you know how they work
By Samantha Partington
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What to do if you can’t pay your mortgage - expert advice on the best steps to take
Mortgage rates have risen rapidly in a matter of weeks – here’s what to do if you can’t pay your mortgage
By Samantha Partington
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How to get the best mortgage rates
A mortgage is a serious financial commitment so check out how to get the best mortgage rates first
By Samantha Partington
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Solicitors' fees when buying a house - what can you expect to pay?
Make sure you allow room in your budget for solicitors' fees when buying a house - here’s how much you should set aside
By Sophie Vening
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Rumoured energy bill freeze - how could it work and how likely is it?
Will new Prime Minister Liz Truss introduce an energy bill freeze to help households tackle rising costs?
By Sarah Handley
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Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to households with direct debit energy bills
Martin Lewis warned that several energy companies have 'serious weaknesses' causing issues with direct debits
By Rebecca Knight
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Save £100 a year on food bills with these top tips for making your fruit and veg last longer
Boost the shelf life of your perishables by finding the perfect storage partner for your apples and discovering which veg to keep your spuds well away from
By Julie Butterworth
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Is there cash in your attic? You could be storing treasures worth £1,922!
How do you utilise your loft space? Well, you could be sitting on a gold mine
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Phil Spencer explains how to make money on property – without a huge deposit
This is a must read if you've got less than £30K to invest
By Rebecca Knight
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The Santander Help to Buy ISA closes on 28 November – open one now to earn thousands
Applications for it's Help to Buy ISA close 28 November
By Rebecca Knight
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PayPal has put FREE cash into customer accounts, but you need to check today!
Could you be £5, £10 or even £50 better off?
By Amy Cutmore
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Martin Lewis says everyone should be looking to switch mortgages now
Best get looking
By Rebecca Knight
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A Place in the Sun's Ben Hillman reveals the easiest way to add value to your home
Garden landscaping could be the key to boosting the value of your home
By Rebecca Knight
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Are you guilty of house price snooping? Zoopla research says that you probably are
Zoopla research shows majority of Brits guilty of house price snooping
By Anna Cottrell