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UK consumers trapped in credit card debt for longer than thoughtBank of England and financial watchdog found 89% of card debt was held by consumers revealed as in debt two years ago -
UK house prices falling for first time since June, says HalifaxSqueeze on real wages and economic uncertainty are continuing to put potential house buyers off, says lender
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‘Open banking’: radical shake-up, or a threat to your private data?Few people have heard of them, but new rules that come into effect next week could change the way we bank
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We need more inheritance tax, not lessFew things are liable to cause more anger than proposing a hike in IHT. Yet that’s just what the country needs
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How do I clean up dog poo in my home?I’m at the end of my tether – the kids run in with it in on their shoes and even after using stain remover the carpets look a mess
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French hilltop home on the site of a Roman fortress – in picturesRule your own empire at this sprawling property featuring a large house, barns, turreted towers, medieval ruins and more
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Miniature houses for sale – in picturesThey may be small in scale, but these tiny properties are packed with features – though sadly the prices aren’t also squeezed
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Homes with a fascinating history – in picturesSoak up the atmosphere of times past in these properties with links to smugglers, judges and presidents among others
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James Bond-style chalet in a top French ski resort – in picturesSocial climbers will love this seven-bedroomed property featuring an indoor rockface and swimming pool
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Homes that are ideal for sledging – in picturesGet on the fast track to the slopes at these properties, located from Snowdonia to the French Alps
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Home on an island off Anglesey – in picturesEnjoy sea views and splendid isolation at this detached five-bed property, which can be reached by a causeway at low tide
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Stamp duty calculatorStamp duty land tax is payable on the purchase of all homes in England and Wales. Use our calculator to find out how much your bill will be.
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Factsheet: Travel insuranceCover varies between deals so it pays to shop around, read the small print and remember that the cheapest is not always the best
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House prices: what do the different indices show?
House prices rise and fall – often in the same month – depending on which property index you read. Here we explain why this happens and how each one is compiled
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Factsheet: Buying a homeYou can navigate your way through what can be a long and complex process by following these steps
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PropertyPropertyPersimmon chief says he deserves £110m bonusHousebuilder’s CEO collects first £50m of shares amid row over scheme that could see 140 senior staff sharing £500m payout
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MortgagesMortgagesLondon house prices: south and west see some of biggest dropsValues in prime central London stabilise, while south and west areas such as Fulham bear brunt of buyers’ Brexit nerves
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Just Eat 50p surcharge branded a rip-off by customers