Finance

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Cut your credit card debt and pay 0% interest - easy way to check now
If you've got credit card debt, it is worth checking if you're able to move the money you owe to a 0% balance transfer card, which will give you a set period of interest-free repayments
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Martin Lewis explains who is eligible for free childcare ahead of major change
In his "news you can use" section at the end of the show, Martin explained the ways parents can save money on childcare as the Government brings in its new free childcare plan
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Shoppers race to Sainsbury's to grab huge bags of Quality Streets for £2.50
Quality Street fans who are sad that Christmas is over are in luck, as some supermarkets have slashed the price of the refill packs - but you're going to have to be quick
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Major supermarket to sell smaller veg after floods devastate hard-hit farmers
Parts of the UK have been hit by heavy rainfall and flooding - and to help growers who are struggling, Tesco agreed to buy smaller winter vegetables including sprouts and cauliflowers
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Millionaire makes 'bin pods' for rough sleepers by joining wheelie bins together
After watching rough sleepers say they have been kicked and 'p****d on' in the streets, a multimillionaire is determined to create sleeping pods for those in need - but his invention has stirred opinions
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Eight essential jobs to prepare your home for freezing temperatures
With the current cold and freezing weather, Brits are being warned that they need to prepare their homes not only so they can cope with the harsh winter conditions but to also prevent sky high energy bills
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Six ways to cut bills this winter from dishwashers to washing machine hacks
Vivien Fodor, Laundry Category Manager at home appliance brand Hotpoint, has offered valuable insider advice on how to save energy and money without sacrificing your daily and weekly routines
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Paddy Power owner to present last UK results before US listing
The company's shares will start trading in New York on the last Monday of January
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Three things you need to do now if your mortgage deal is ending soon
Approximately 1.6 million fixed-rate mortgage deals are due to expire in 2024, if this is you, then there are steps that you will need to consider says mortgage expert at Quilter Karen Noye
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Everything you need to know about major car finance investigation
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) this week confirmed it is reviewing if people who have taken out car finance have been charged too much
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DWP and HMRC benefits which will get you the £299 cost of living payment
The £299 is the third cost of living payment from the Government and overall, three payments have been made to people claiming means tested benefits totalling £900
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Warning families could be hit by new price rises after Yemen airstrike
Energy and household bills could soar due to the disruption of ship supplies, while toys, car parts and Australian wine may be delayed in another blow for shoppers
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'Powerful' 60p window cleaning solution leaves glass sparkling
This cheap and easy cleaning hack is said to leave your windows and doors sparkling. You need just three household ingredients worth 65p to make the genius solution
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'Our whole wedding cost £300 - my dress was just £15 and it was perfect'
As the cost of living crisis continues to hit cash-strapped Brits, many can't afford to splurge out on an expensive wedding. However, one brides approach to getting married proves you don't have to break the bank to have an unforgettable time
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Cost of living payments worth £250 to be paid from next week - see who can claim
Residents in the West Midlands, specifically Dudley, could be eligible for a £250 cost of living payment to help with everyday expenses this winter
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M&S is charging £2 for two 'perfectly poached' eggs and people are baffled
How do you like your eggs in the morning? If your answer is poached then stored in a vacuum-sealed packet on a supermarket shelf ready to be microwaves, M&S' latest release is just for you. However, some people have blasted the product for costing £2 for a pack of two
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Barclays to close another 20 bank branches - see full list of sites set to shut
Over the last decade, more and more banks have announced branch closures as people choose to do their banking online and since 2015 around 6,000 branches have shut their doors for good
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Exact amount Local Housing Allowance rates will rise by - from highest to lowest
Local Housing Allowance, which has been frozen since 2020, sets the maximum amount people renting from a private landlord can claim in Housing Benefit or Universal Credit
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'I kept getting sacked - now I turn over £100k a month with luxury hustle'
A lad from Liverpool was struggling to hold down a job as a car salesman and knew he would be able to make a living by himself - and now turns over £100,000 a month
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'I tried McDonald's Fajita Chicken wraps - the new ingredient is a game-changer'
Fast food giant McDonald's has revamped its Fajita Chicken Wraps for its newest menu of 2024, after their first launch in 2020 - and we think the new twist really makes them
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DWP warning as Brits could miss out on £150 energy help unless they act soon
The Government's Warm Home Discount scheme gives households claiming certain benefits the £150 discount on their electricity bills between October and March each year
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DWP list of 15 banks where your account could be checked under new fraud powers
The DWP has issued a list of all the banks and building societies where benefit claimants' accounts will be monitored under new fraud powers
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Martin Lewis highlights 'unfair' DWP rule that hits families with tax charges
The Chancellor appeared on the recent episode of ITV's Martin Lewis Money Show where the Money Saving Expert website founder asked him questions and discussed issues highlighted by viewers of the show
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DWP issues reply as thousands set to miss out on £299 cost of living payment
Millions of people claiming certain means-tested benefits are due to receive the third and final cost of living payment, worth £299, between February 6 and February 22
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'Extra' 10 minute laundry habit will make your clothes dry way faster
If you're looking to save money by ditching money-guzzling appliances, adding a 10-minute extra step to your laundry routine could help you dry your clothes faster