The base rate has been cut to 4.25% from 4.5% by the Bank of England. This rate is used by the central bank to charge other banks and lenders when they borrow money, so the move can impact mortgage and savings rates.
Interest rates on fixed mortgage deals have continued to be cut ahead of this week’s decision by the Bank of England on whether to change the base rate. But will fixed rates move much further – and should you fix now or wait?
If you’ve got a Chase account, check if you can boost your easy-access savings to 4.8% – made up of a 1.8% AER fixed six-month bonus plus its standard 3% variable rate. Chase says over 2 million customers can get the boost, which would top our normal savings tables if it were open to all,...
How to call your bank by dialling just three numbers… simply dial 1-5-9. Then you know it’s legit. Watch MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis’ video below, which explains it. And please share – the more people know, the fewer will be scammed.
If you’re aged 20 to 25, there’s a trick right now that can get you a free four-year railcard worth £100 via the bank Santander. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis takes you through it.
Tens of thousands who overpaid employment tribunal fees are now due a share of £13 million, which could be worth £100s. But refunds aren’t automatic, so you need to act to get your money back. Here’s what you need to know.
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here’s what you need to know.
NS&I has refreshed its range of fixed-term ‘British Savings Bonds’ by bringing back its one-year and five-year options and boosting rates. Its new deals are strong across the board, especially if you’re looking to save with a well-known name – though you can earn a bit more from the top-paying accounts elsewhere.
Wholesale energy rates have plummeted due to market turmoil caused by US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on imports to the US, but will household energy bills actually get cheaper? MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis takes you through the answer in his new video.
The cashback changes will come into effect on 4 August for both new and existing customers. However, new users will still be able to benefit from introductory bonus rates, assuming that they haven't had an Amex card in the last two years.
If you're heading out to vote in various elections across England, Scotland and Wales today you don't need to bring your polling card or ID - but you will need to bring a pen or pencil and wear a face covering.
Prospective home buyers with a small deposit or little equity in their home have been hit hard this year, with lenders pulling the majority of low-deposit deals from the market. Yet there may be a glimmer of hope as a new trend is emerging – the mortgage 'flash sale', including the latest three-day deal from Accord. But what is it and is it any good?
Car and home insurance customers should pay no more when renewing their policy than they would if they were taking out a new one with the same firm, under radical new proposals from the financial regulator
