Banking & Saving Articles

Simple ways to watch your savings grow

Tue, 6 Apr 2010

Whether you’re putting money aside for a rainy day or a world cruise, Melanie Wright’s tips will help you make the most of your savings.

New Year's Resolution

Thu, 4 Feb 2010

Q: Is it worth making a New Year's resolution to start saving?

Is it easier for first-time buyers to get a mortgage

Mon, 7 Dec 2009

The big question focuses on the hurdles experienced by first time buyers.

Mortgage free in a decade

Wed, 18 Nov 2009

Clearing the mortgage might be the stuff of most homeowners’ dreams, but Mark Hill, 36, has managed to do just that – wiping out his homeloan in just six years.

Picking the right savings account

Thu, 8 Oct 2009

Andrew Hagger, of comparison site Moneynet.co.uk talks about the importance of choosing the right savings account.

Keeping your savings safe

Wed, 30 Sep 2009

Melanie Wright: freelance personal finance national newspaper and broadcast journalist talks about how safe is your savings.

Is property a good investment over the long-term?

Mon, 27 Jul 2009

The big question...

Saving For Children

Mon, 27 Jul 2009

Setting aside regular sums for their two children is a priority for Felicity and David Winters, 35 and 37 respectively.

Tips to check your savings account is transparent

Mon, 27 Jul 2009

Andrew Hagger: of comparison site Moneynet.co.uk

With interest rates in the doldrums, is there any benefit to making savings?

Mon, 27 Jul 2009

The big question...

Saving For Chidren

Sat, 25 Jul 2009

Martin Bamford, chartered financial planner for Informed Choice and author of several personal finance books, including Brilliant Investing (Prentice Hall, £12.99):