Nine million state pensioners in England and Wales will receive the Winter Fuel Payment this year under new eligibility rules announced by the Chancellor. Rachel Reeves today announced that the Winter Fuel Payment, which is worth up to £300, will be restored to the vast majority of pensioners who were …
Read More »Chick-fil-A’s popular Peach Milkshake returns for 16th summer season
Chick-fil-A has built its first-ever elevated drive-thru restaurant in McDonough, Georgia. It officially opens Aug. 22. (Credit: Chick-fil-A) It is the summer of peaches as fast-food giant Chick-fil-A welcomes back the juicy fruit to its menu. Starting Monday, customers can enjoy the Peach Milkshake, which has returned for its 16th …
Read More »Pensioners to be given vouchers as cost of living payments issued | Personal Finance | Finance
Pensioners in Derbyshire are set to receive cost-of-living vouchers in the coming months to help with costs. The vouchers will be distributed in autumn 2025 to “low-income pensioners” and “adults who receive home care” by Derbyshire County Council through its Household Support Fund. The council said more information about distribution …
Read More »Major bank giving £180 cash payment to customers after 90 days | Personal Finance | Finance
A major UK bank is offering customers £180 in a bid to tempt them into opening new current accounts. Santander is offering the cash incentive to new customers who open an eligible current account after 29 May. In order to be eligible, customers need to open an account online or …
Read More »Home values surge as sellers face growing pressure to lower prices
The U.S. real estate market is about to see a shift in the coming months, according to an industry expert. U.S. home listing prices hit an all-time high, signaling a potential shift toward a buyers’ market, according to industry experts. In total, the value of homes in the U.S. rose …
Read More »O2, EE and Vodafone extra charges for going abroad this year | Personal Finance | Finance
If you’re planning a summer holiday, it’s important to be mindful of the potential costs associated with using your mobile phone overseas. Following Brexit, most major mobile networks have reintroduced roaming charges. Prior to this, you could utilise your existing call, text, and data allowances in Europe without any additional …
Read More »Trump doubles steel tariffs to combat foreign market manipulation
White House senior counselor for trade and manufacturing Peter Navarro talks the ‘big, beautiful bill’ and updates on global trade negotiations. President Donald Trump has now raised steel tariffs to 50% from 25%. This increase is absolutely essential to protecting the U.S. steel industry and America’s national security. This decision comes not …
Read More »State Pension payments boosted by £328 with one HMRC claim | Personal Finance | Finance
State Pensioners with families can boost their payments by up to £328 with one claim to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). Pensioners who help to look after their grandchildren while their parents are working may not realise that they can claim National Insurance credits from HMRC to boost the amount …
Read More »Mortgage misery amid Bank of England fears over ‘unreliable’ numbers | Personal Finance | Finance
Millions could be paying over the odds on their mortgages due to unreliable figures produced by Britain’s official statistics watchdog. In a dramatic admission, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey told MPs that a lack of faith in key data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) “does have a …
Read More »Martin Lewis says state pensioners get extra £6,000 with these four conditions | Personal Finance | Finance
Money expert Martin Lewis says state pensioners can get extra money from the Department of Work and Pensions if they meet one of four or more conditions. Speaking on The Martin Lewis Money Show Live on a previous series on ITV1 and ITVX, the financial guru urged pensioners who are …
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