All news by author: Sara Benwell

OVER six million people on Universal Credit could be entitled to extra help worth thousands of pounds.From cheaper broadband to reduced council tax bi

A RAFT of financial changes come in next month affecting millions of households across the UK.From tax deadlines to a new energy price cap, it’s imp

HUNDREDS of thousands of households are being moved to Universal Credit as part of a legacy benefits shake-up.This process has been accelerated as the

CHOOSING the right bank can be the difference between a hefty bill just for spending money on holiday and a fee-free trip.Lots of banks and building s

AS summer approaches many of us will be jetting off for a much-needed break.But expensive airport blunders can add hundreds to the cost of your travel

MILLIONS of households across England, Scotland and Wales will see their energy bills fall this summer.That's because energy watchdog Ofgem’s latest

CHILD benefit is a valuable income top up for parents, worth £25.60 a week for an eldest or only child and £16.95 a week for any other children.Over

MOULDis a nasty fungus you might see appear in your home where it’s damp or humid.It’s most often found in the bathroom or kitchen as that

PERSONAL Independents Payment (PIP) awards are a benefit designed to help people with long-term health conditions or disabilities.The award is not bas

FEEDING the kids this half term doesn’t need to break the bank, with a host of chain restaurants and supermarkets offering deals where kids can eat

WITH the average family now spending £1,690 a year on energy bills, it’s not surprising that many of us are feeling the pinch.But over two million

WHETHER it’s renewing insurance, completing a tax return or remembering to re-apply for certain benefits, missing key financial dates can be costly.

PUB-GOERS love Wetherspoons for it's competitive pricing and low-cost meals - but did you know there are more ways to save money?From the best time to

IF you’re struggling to pay your water bills, there is plenty of help available including social tariffs and grants from your water company.And with

MOVING house can be one of the most stressful things you can do, but one thing guaranteed to send your anxiety through the roof is Japanese knotweed.T

MILLIONS of families claiming Universal Credit will receive more money each month, starting from today.On April 9, the government confirmed that Unive

MAJOR changes to Universal Credit coming into force today mean thousands of households will have to meet stricter requirements to access their cash.Th

MCDONALD'S fans keen on picking up their favourite meal can eat from the comfort of their own home.But it's worth noting the fast-food chain's deliver

DECLUTTERING your home isn’t just a good way to make space, it can also earn you money.Catherine, a 28-year-old entrepreneur living in London, made

TEMPERATURES are rising and most of us will be sweltering in an office with little air conditioning.The Met Office has predicted temperatures could hi

NEED a cash boost this spring? You could be sitting on a fortune if you've got a rare £1 coin hiding in your wallet.With some of the most unusual coi

SELLING your home is stressful - but a small mistakes can knock tens of thousands of pounds off the price.Research from the Homeowners Alliance shows