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Facts behind Trump and Biden's false claims as they come face-to-face at debate
As Donald Trump and Joe Biden prepare to face off in their first debate of the 2024 campaign, it's worth examining the facts behind their claims
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Martin Lewis warning as one million bank customers could be moved next year
Sainsbury's Bank is selling the bulk of its banking business, including its credit cards, loans and savings accounts, to high street giant NatWest - here is what it means for you
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Atom bank slams major banks 'indifferent' service as it posts record profits 
The app-based bank has introduced a four-day working week for its 500 employees, without altering their salaries. The firm stated this change resulted in an increase in job applications
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China keeps key lending rate unchanged despite persistent weakness in economy
Investments in property fell by 10% year-on-year, and home sales plummeted by 30.5%, indicating that efforts to reverse a slump in the real estate market have not yet taken effect
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UK housing market confidence fell in May as demand weakened, surveyors say
A net balance of 8% of property professionals saw home buyer demand falling rather than rising in May, marking the weakest reading since November 2023
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Best ways to boost your credit score in your twenties - and stark Klarna warning
Checking and improving your credit score can feel lIke one of life's mundane tasks, but we speak to two money experts who share easy ways to boost your credit score
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House repossessions rise as UK households 'remain under pressure' from costs
Some 870 homeowner-mortgaged properties were repossessed in the first quarter of 2024, 36% higher than in the previous quarter and 9% higher than the same period a year earlier, according to UK Finance
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Bank of England pauses interest rates at 5.25% - how it affects your money
This marks the sixth time in a row where the Bank of England has decided not to increase borrowing costs - however, the base rate still remains at its highest level in 16 years
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Pay off debts or save - money expert explains where your cash is best spent
Myron Jobson, senior personal finance analyst at interactive investor, told The Mirror you should focus on paying off the debt with the highest interest and charges first
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Salford Red Devils' Gil Dudson details his shock at Paul Rowley news
Veteran prop, Gil Dudson, 33, was blissfully unaware of Hull FC chasing his head coach - but is delighted that he's now staying
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NatWest Group's profits decrease by more than a quarter as mortgage rates fall
The bank said that customer deposits increased by £2billion in the first quarter, reflecting growth in both savings and current account balances since the end of 2023
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'Can I consolidate all my debts without damaging my credit file?'
Consumer rights expert Martyn James explains how debt consolidation works, whether it is right for you, plus other forms of debt help including how to get free advice
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Ex-gambling addict got hooked playing slot machines at just eight years old
Kieren Smith, 33, from South Yorkshire, first became addicted to slot machines when he would go on family holidays to visit relatives - since then he has lost over £100,000
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Regulator warns motor finance firms to hold back cash as it continues probe
The ombudsman service said in January it had heard from more than 10,000 people who fear they were overcharged for their car finance
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Millions of Brits paying thousands in interest due to 'lack of transparency'
Personal loans - also known as unsecured loans - are where you borrow a sum of money from a lender and agree to pay it back over a set period in fixed monthly repayments
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Ten potential renters for every available property in February, says report
The average number of new applicants registered per agency branch decreased in February 2024, but a reduction in stock levels has meant that demand continues to outstrip supply, Propertymark said
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Bank of England warns UK economy faces growing risks from global markets
The Bank's Financial Policy Committee found some risks to financial stability globally have increased since it last met in December
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Yorkshire Building Society offers £5,000 deposit mortgage for first-time buyers
Yorkshire Building Society said its new fee-free deal will enable first-time buyers across England, Scotland or Wales with a £5,000 deposit to purchase a property valued at up to £500,000
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One in three people say finances are damaging their mental wellbeing - HSBC UK
The release of the research coincides with Debt Awareness Week (March 18-24)
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More than 2,000 UK firms went bust last month, new figures show
The level of company insolvencies spiked in February with cosmetics chain The Body Shop among the high street brands to collapse into administration
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How to reach out for help if you are struggling under a mountain of debt
The 10th anniversary of Debt Awareness Week is on the horizon, and it's important to know what support is available if you're struggling with debt
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Man who left school with one GCSE turns £500 overdraft into £350m business
Myprotein founder Oliver Cookson has created a business empire after having a simple idea from going to the gym. He started off with a £500 overdraft but now runs a multi-million pound business
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Multiple rate rises have impacted first-time buyers greatly, says UK Finance
The number of mortgages handed out to first-time buyers last year was the lowest since 2013, down 22.4% compared with 2022
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Car dealership Inchcape sees profits surge to £413m, but warns of sales slowdown
The firm posted a 24% hike in pre-tax profits to £413 million for 2023 after sales lifted 12%, when stripping out the boost from a recent acquisition
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Brickability shares plummet as building materials firm warns on earnings
The group's shares plunged by as much as 15% in Tuesday morning trading after it said sales will remain under pressure for longer than first feared, affecting earnings