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For those of you who are chocolate lovers, this week's poll is seeking your votes on how you like your confectionary treat... or more specifically, what temperature? Does it taste better a little on the chilled side, or do you prefer a more melty experience with a room temperature choccie? Fridge or cupboard? Or is there…
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You've finally manage to find a date that works for everyone and even picked a venue for dinner. But, you've never been there before? Are you going to have a sneaky peek at their online menu, or do you just turn up on the night and take it from there?
Something I’ve been considering for some time, not a knee jerk reaction. I’m 75 and with our existing financial set up, my Estate would be subject to IHT under current rules. Small SIPP would increase IHT from April 2027. Rather than possibly make things worse, I want to take professional advice. How do I find a suitably…
Hi everyone. I am currently filling out probate and IHT forms for my late dads estate. A few queries have cropped up and wondering if anyone would offer help/advice * On the IHT it asks questions around the persons pension. My dad was still working and died “in service” as a member of police staff. I believe that as he…
Looking for some advice on anyone who has exercised their consumer rights on a used car: Background: I bought a car from a dealer on October 23rd 2024. Within 6 months I had alerted him to a major engine issue which turned out to be blown head gasket. He didn't end up doing the repair till Feb 2025 (although he did not…
Hi guys, I've completed the online portal with information etc and I'm waiting on the Conveyoncer to do their bit. ive received the memorandum of sale from the estate agent. What else do I need to do? I haven't done a full mortgage application at all, brokers and estate agents have asked for screenshots of proof of…
My Dad recently passed away. He let his neighbours keep their hot dog van on his drive for 'a few weeks', (t was never moved or used, they just stored it there), it must have been there for about 5 years now, but he said he didn't mind. We are now in the process of sorting his house and want to get the estate agent around…
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Does it taste better a little on the chilled side, or do you prefer a more melty experience with a room temperature choccie? Fridge or cupboard?
The State Pension is set to go up by 4.8% from April 2026 under what's known as the 'triple lock' guarantee – though the exact monetary increase you'll get depends on which version of the State Pension you receive.
Banks must offer people the tools they need to manage their money in safer ways – and this needs to be overseen by the Government.
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