Pensions, savings and investments

Interest-only mortgage holders urged to plan ahead

Some borrowers with interest-only mortgages that are due to mature in the next seven years may not be able to fully repay their loan, a report by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned.

Universal Credit trial roll-out begins

The Government's 'radical reshaping' of the UK benefits system got underway today as Universal Credit began for jobseekers in the North-West of England.

New law clarifies insurance cover

Changes to insurance laws which came into effect this month are likely to benefit consumers and the way they make claims.

Stocks and shares ISAs underused by savers

A quarter of UK adults own stocks and shares, yet many are failing to make use of their tax-free stocks and shares individual savings account (ISA) allowance, research has claimed.

Britons need more information about new single-tier pension, say MPs

The Government must do more to inform individuals about the forthcoming single-tier state pension system which will affect around 40 million Britons, a report by the Work and Pensions Committee has said.

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